Nimodip Tablet

INTRODUCTION

Nimodip Tablet is a medicine used to treat and prevent further damage to the brain after bleeding around the brain (subarachnoid hemorrhage or SAH). It is known as a calcium channel blocker and helps to improve blood flow to the brain and prevent changes in brain function. Nimodip Tablet is usually started as soon as possible after bleeding around the brain (or SAH) is confirmed by the doctor. The exact dose and frequency will be decided by your doctor depending on your medical condition and response to treatment. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly as per your doctor’s instructions, to get the most benefit. Do not take any antacids for 2 hours before or after taking Nimodip Tablet as this can prevent the medicine from working properly. Do not stop taking this medicine without first consulting your doctor. Your condition may worsen if this medicine is stopped too soon. The most common side effects include decreased blood pressure, increased heart rate (tachycardia), headache, stomach discomfort, nausea, rash, muscle cramp, and edema (swelling over the whole body). Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or do not go away. Before taking Nimodip Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any heart or liver-related problems. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially some medicines used to treat seizures (fits) and those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. Your doctor will keep a watch on your blood pressure while you are taking this medicine.

USES OF NIMODIP TABLET

• Subarachnoid haemorrhage

BENEFITS OF NIMODIP TABLET

In Subarachnoid haemorrhage

Nimodip Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing the narrowed blood vessels in the brain so that blood can flow more easily. This prevents further brain damage after bleeding around the brain. It is usually started as soon as possible after the start of bleeding in the brain. Take it as per the dose and duration suggested by your doctor. If you stop taking it suddenly, your condition may worsen.

SIDE EFFECTS OF NIMODIP TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nimodip

• Decreased blood pressure
• Headache
• Increased heart rate
• Nausea
• Rash
• Stomach discomfort
• Edema (swelling)
• Muscle cramp

HOW TO USE NIMODIP TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nimodip Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW NIMODIP TABLET WORKS

Nimodip Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. It relaxes the narrow blood vessels in the brain and makes the blood flow more easily. This prevents brain damage after bleeding around the brain.