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Ivabrad 5 Tablet

Manufactured byLupin Ltd.
ContainsIvabradine
Description
Ivabrad 5 Tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of chronic angina (a type of chest pain, often described as squeezing, pressure, heaviness, or tightness in the chest caused due to reduced blood flow to the heart) and chronic heart failure (a condition where the heart is unable to pump adequate blood throughout the body). This medicine works by slowing the heart rate and promoting a smooth flow of blood. Ivabrad 5 Tablet has side effects like headache, diarrhoea, slow or irregular heartbeats, increased blood pressure, nausea, blurred vision, etc. This medicine may cause dizziness. Hence avoid driving vehicles or operating machines and rise slowly from a sitting or lying down position while on treatment with Ivabrad 5 Tablet. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Ivabrad 5 Tablet is usually taken with food to avoid stomach discomfort. The dose and duration of the treatment will be decided by your doctor based on the severity of your condition. Take it at the same time daily for ease of remembering and to maintain a constant level of the medicine in your body. Avoid abrupt discontinuation of Ivabrad 5 Tablet without consulting your doctor, as it can worsen your condition. Ivabrad 5 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe liver problems, low blood pressure, acute decompensated heart failure (a sudden worsening of the signs and symptoms of heart failure), sick sinus syndrome (inability to create an adequate heart rate by the heart's natural pacemaker), third-degree AV block (a condition that makes your heart beat slowly or skip beats), or if your heart rate is controlled by the pacemaker (a device used to control an irregular heart rhythm). Inform your doctor about all your current medications and pre-existing medical conditions before taking this medicine. This will help your doctor adjust the dose to avoid side effects. Ivabrad 5 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ivabrad 5 Tablet

  • Blurred vision
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Chest pain or discomfort
  • Fast or slow or irregular heartbeat
  • Unusal tiredness
  • Skin Rash
  • Diarrhoea
  • Abdominal pain

Uses of Ivabrad 5 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Congestive Heart Failure
  • Angina pectoris
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Ivabrad 5 Tablet to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Ivabrad 5 Tablet lasts for an average duration of 12 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Ivabrad 5 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Ivabrad 5 Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your developing foetus. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Due to the lack of safety information, Ivabrad 5 Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Ivabrad 5 Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Severe hepatic impairment

Ivabrad 5 Tablet is broken down in the liver. This medicine is not recommended if you have severe liver problems as it can further cause damage to your liver.

Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors

CYP3A inhibitors are medicines that block the action of an enzyme called CYP3A4 in the liver. Thus, CYP inhibitors may inhibit the breakdown of other medicines in the liver if taken together, causing an increased risk of side effects. Ivabrad 5 Tablet is not recommended for use if you are taking strong CYP3A inhibitors like Ketoconazole, Clarithromycin, Nelfinavir, Voriconazole, Itraconazole, Nefazodone, etc.

Acute Decompensated heart failure

Acute decompensated heart failure is a sudden worsening of the signs and symptoms of heart failure. Ivabrad 5 Tablet is not recommended for use in case of acute decompensated heart failure due to the increased risk of worsening your health condition.

Conduction abnormalities

Ivabrad 5 Tablet is not recommended if you have sick sinus syndrome (inability to create an adequate heart rate by the heart's natural pacemaker), third-degree AV block (a disorder in the normal rhythm of the heart that makes your heart beat slowly or skip beats), or if your heart rate is controlled by the pacemaker (a device used to control an irregular heart rhythm). This medicine may further worsen your condition in such cases.

Severe bradycardia

Bradycardia refers to a slow heartbeat. Ivabrad 5 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe bradycardia as it may worsen your condition.

Hypotension

Ivabrad 5 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have hypotension (low blood pressure) as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Ivabrad 5 Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your developing foetus. Hence consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Due to the lack of safety information, Ivabrad 5 Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Driving vehicle or operating machines

Ivabrad 5 Tablet may cause dizziness or blurred vision. Hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms while taking this medicine.

Other medications

Ivabrad 5 Tablet may interact with certain medications and cause undesired effects. Hence inform your doctor about all your current medications, including herbs and supplements, before starting the treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Ivabrad 5 Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Ivabrad 5 Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Amitriptyline

Atazanavir

Ciprofloxacin

Azithromycin

Fluconazole

Disease interactions

Liver impairment

Ivabrad 5 Tablet should be used with caution if you have mild to moderate liver problems as it may further worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Avoid consumption of grapefruit juice while taking Ivabrad 5 Tablet as it may increase the concentration of this medicine in the body. Consult your doctor if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, fast or pounding heartbeats, low blood pressure, etc.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Ivabrad 5 Tablet should be taken with food. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet in your mouth. Swallow as a whole with plenty of water. Follow all the instructions given on the prescription label/packing insert. Do not take more or less than the recommended dose of Ivabrad 5 Tablet. Take this medicine for the recommended duration. Do not discontinue this medication abruptly without consulting your doctor, as your condition may become worse. Take Ivabrad 5 Tablet at the same time every day for ease of remembering. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen. Keep Ivabrad 5 Tablet away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused or expired medication is disposed of properly. Exercise regularly and follow a healthy lifestyle to get maximum benefits from the treatment.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Ivabrad 5 Tablet lowers the heart rate and improves blood and oxygen supply to the heart muscles.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Miscellaneous cardiovascular agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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