Ivacore 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Werke Healthcare
Salt Composition
Ivabradine (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ivacore 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
Ivacore 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. The most common side effects are temporary brightness in your vision, slow heart rate, high blood pressure, atrial fibrilation, dizziness, blurred vision, and ECG changes. Some side effects such as fainting and significant changes to your heartbeat may be very serious and may need urgent medical attention. Avoid driving until you know how this medicine will affect you. Do not use Ivacore 5mg Tablet if you have severe liver disease, have a low resting heart rate, or a heart rhythm disorder. This medicine is also not suitable if you have very low blood pressure and heart failure that has recently become worse. This medicine interacts with certain other medicines used to treat high blood pressure, fungal infections, and HIV. Do not take it if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
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. Ivacore 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
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ivacore 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ivacore 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Ivacore 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
Medicines used to treat high blood pressure Fungal infections HIV
How it works
Ivacore 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
Ivacore 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 Ivacore 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What type of drug is Ivacore 5mg Tablet?
Ivacore 5mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat heart conditions. It belongs to a class of drugs known as HCN channel blockers, which work by slowing the heart rate.
Does Ivacore 5mg Tablet affect vision?
Ivacore 5mg Tablet may cause temporary bright flashes in the field of vision (luminous visual phenomena). This usually disappears with continued use. If you experience these, be careful when driving or operating machinery in areas with sudden changes in light intensity.
What are the symptoms of overdosage of Ivacore 5mg Tablet?
Symptoms of an overdose include slow heartbeat, dizziness, excessive tiredness and lack of energy. If you have taken more than the recommended dosage or experience these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical help.
What is the most important information that I should know about Ivacore 5mg Tablet?
Ivacore 5mg Tablet may cause serious side effects in both adults and children. It can harm a developing fetus if used by pregnant women. Additionally, it may increase the risk of irregular or rapid heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) and slower than normal heart rate (bradycardia).
Does Ivacore 5mg Tablet lower blood pressure?
Ivacore 5mg Tablet can cause an increase in blood pressure, which is a common side effect. However, it does not affect the treatment with Ivacore 5mg Tablet itself.
Is Ivacore 5mg Tablet a beta-blocker?
Ivacore 5mg Tablet is not a beta-blocker. It acts on sodium channels in heart cells responsible for increased heart rate, slowing the heart rate instead of blocking it.
