ADALAT LA (Nifedipine) 30mg Tab 30's

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Nifedipine

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine requires a doctor's prescription. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine (POM)'.

BENEFITS AND USES:

This medication keeps your blood pressure under control. This medicine may also be used on its own or together with other medicines to prevent angina pectoris (chest pain which occurs when the heart does not receive enough oxygen and blood supply). Nifedipine may also be used to manage Raynaud’s disease (poor blood circulation which makes the toes and fingers numb and pale when feeling cold or stressed). This medicine may be used to treat other conditions as decided by your doctor.

DIRECTIONS:

Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. This medication may be taken with or without food. Tablets should be swallowed whole with water and should not be chewed or crushed. Nifedipine must be taken regularly for it to be effective. Continue taking this medicine even when you feel better. Do not stop taking it suddenly as it may worsen your condition.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medication may cause the following side effects: - Hypotension - Swelling of legs (Peripheral edema) - Red and warm skin (Flushing) Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects.