Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Leeford Healthcare Ltd
Salt Composition
Ivabradine (7.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of angina (heart-related chest pain) and chronic (long-term) heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ivaford 7.5mg 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. Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Temporary changes in 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 Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Ivaford 7.5mg 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, and HIV
How it works
Ivaford 7.5mg 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
Ivaford 7.5mg 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 Ivaford 7.5mg 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. You may experience temporary changes in your vision such as enhanced visual brightness. These 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 Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet?
Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet is a medication used to treat heart conditions, specifically slowing the heart rate. It belongs to a class of drugs called hyperpolarization-activated cyclic nucleotide-gated (HCN) channel blockers.
Does Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet affect vision?
Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet may cause temporary brightness in the field of vision (luminous visual phenomena). This usually resolves with continued use. However, it's important to be cautious when driving or operating machinery if this occurs, especially during periods of rapid changes in light intensity.
What are the symptoms of overdosage of Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet?
Overdosing with Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet can cause slow heart rate, dizziness, excessive fatigue, and reduced energy levels. If you suspect an overdose, contact your doctor or seek immediate medical attention.
What is the most important information that I should know about Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet?
Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet may have serious side effects in adults and children. It can be harmful to pregnant women as it can cause harm to the developing fetus. Serious side effects, including an increased risk of irregular or rapid heartbeats (atrial fibrillation or heart rhythm problems) and slowed heart rate (bradycardia), are also possible.
Does Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet lower blood pressure?
No, Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet commonly raises blood pressure as a side effect. This change is temporary and not directly related to the use of Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet, but patients with severely low blood pressure (blood pressure less than 90/50 mmHg) must avoid its use.
Is Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet a beta-blocker?
No, Ivaford 7.5mg Tablet is not a beta-blocker. It works by selectively blocking sodium channels in the heart cells responsible for increasing heart rate.
