Ivaclor 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Rafflesia Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Ivabradine (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ivaclor 5mg Tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of angina (heart-related chest pain) and chronic (long-term) heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ivaclor 5mg Tablet is a heart rate lowering medication. It works by reducing the heart rate which lowers the oxygen requirement of the heart. As a result, the heart works more efficiently. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for. Since the treatment for angina or heart failure is usually life-long, you should not stop using it without talking to your doctor. It should be taken with food at the same time each day. If you take too much in one go, your heart could slow down too much and make you feel breathless or tired. If this happens, call a doctor.
Directions for Use
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. Ivaclor 5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Temporary brightness in your vision Slow heart rate High blood pressure Atrial fibrilation Dizziness Blurred vision ECG changes Fainting Significant changes to your heartbeat
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ivaclor 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ivaclor 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Ivaclor 5mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Interacting Medicines
Certain other medicines used to treat high blood pressure, fungal infections, and HIV
How it works
Ivaclor 5mg Tablet is a heart rate lowering medication. It works by reducing the heart rate which lowers the oxygen requirement of the heart. As a result, the heart works more efficiently.
Quick Tips
Ivaclor 5mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Monitor your blood pressure when taking Ivaclor 5mg Tablet as it can increase your blood pressure. Monitor your heart rate when taking this medicine as low heart rate is a common side effect. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms of low heart rate such as dizziness, tiredness and low energy. Monitor your vision as temporary changes may occur within the initial 2 months of treatment and should gradually go away.
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Frequently asked questions
What type of drug is Ivaclor 5mg Tablet?
Ivaclor 5mg Tablet is a medicine that slows the heart rate. It belongs to a class of medicine known as HCN channel blockers.
Does Ivaclor 5mg Tablet affect vision?
Ivaclor 5mg Tablet may cause temporary brightness in the field of vision (luminous visual phenomena). This usually disappears with continued use of Ivaclor 5mg Tablet. If this happens, be cautious when driving or operating machinery during times of sudden changes in light intensity, especially at night.
What are the symptoms of overdosage of Ivaclor 5mg Tablet?
Symptoms of an overdose of Ivaclor 5mg Tablet include slow heart rate, dizziness, excessive tiredness and lack of energy. If you have taken a higher dose than the recommended amount or experience any of these, consult your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical attention.
What is the most important information that I should know about Ivaclor 5mg Tablet?
You should be aware that Ivaclor 5mg Tablet can cause serious side effects in adults and children. It may harm a developing baby if taken during pregnancy. Some serious side effects include an increased risk of irregular or rapid heartbeats (atrial fibrillation or heart rhythm problems) and slower than normal heart rate (bradycardia).
Does Ivaclor 5mg Tablet lower blood pressure?
Ivaclor 5mg Tablet generally causes an increase in blood pressure as a side effect. This change is temporary and does not affect the treatment with Ivaclor 5mg Tablet. However, it should not be given to patients who have severely low blood pressure (blood pressure < 90/50 mmHg).
Is Ivaclor 5mg Tablet a beta-blocker?
No, Ivaclor 5mg Tablet is not a beta-blocker. It lowers the heart rate by selectively blocking the sodium channel present in heart pacemaker cells responsible for increasing heart rate.
