Nicardia Xl 60mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
Description
Nicardia Tablet contains nifedipine as its active ingredient. It is used to treat high blood pressure in adults. Nifedipine in Nicardia lowers the raised blood pressure level. Along with Nicardia, yo
u should be cautious of your diet and should also exercise regularly. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Do not stop taking this medicine unless asked to do so by the doctor. Sudden withdrawal of Nicardia Tablet may worsen the condition.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹274.02 |
You Save | ₹86.53 (24% on MRP) |
Contains | Nifedipine(60.0 Mg) |
Uses | Hypertension |
Side effects | Headache, nausea, vomiting, constipation, swelling of the ankles and legs |
Therapy | ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE |
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to Nifedipine or any other ingredients of Nicardia Tablet.
- If you have taken Nifedipine before and felt that your heart pain had worsened.
- If you experience a sudden heart-related chest pain.
- If you are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.
- If you have any kind of heart problems.
- If you have high blood pressure.
- If you are taking a medicine called Rifampicin to treat tuberculosis.
- If you have a kock pouch (surgical procedure) in your gut.
- If you suffer from a blood condition called Porphyria.
Side effects
- Headache
- Nausea, vomiting
- Constipation
- Swelling of the ankles and legs
- Dizziness
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion, gas
- Tiredness
- Dry mouth
- Skin redness
- Unconsciousness
- Fast or irregular heartbeats
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have low blood pressure.
- You have liver problems.
- You are on kidney dialysis.
- You have any problems with your heart.
- You have diabetes, as the treatment may have to be adjusted.
- Nicardia Tablet is not recommended to be used in patients who are less than 18 years old.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction with Nicardia Tablet.
- This medicine should not be used concomitantly along with Rifampicin (antibiotic).
- Medicines like erythromycin (antibiotic), ritonavir (used in HIV infection), ketoconazole (used in fungal infection), fluoxetine, nefazodone (used to treat psychiatric illness), cisapride (used to treat stomach problems), cimetidine (used to treat stomach ulcers), diltiazem (used to treat some heart conditions) when used along with this medicine may increase the effects of this Tablet and should thus be used cautiously....
- Medicines like phenytoin, carbamazepine (used to treat fits or epilepsy), phenobarbital (used to treat sleep problems or anxiety) when taken along with this medicine may decrease its effect.
- Other medicines like vecuronium, mizolastine, tubocurarine, Tacrolimus, Quinidine, Digoxin should be used with caution along with Nicardia Tablet.
Interactions with food items
Storage and disposal
Dosage
Overdose
- Excess of this medicine may lead to irregular heartbeats, low blood pressure. Overdose may cause symptoms like nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, lack of energy, skin redness, unconsciousness, coma....
- If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
Content Details

Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I stop taking Nicardia Tablet if I start feeling better and my symptoms are gone?
Q: Does Nicardia Tablet cause headache?
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