Ivafy 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Unicon Life Sciences
Salt Composition
Ivabradine (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ivafy 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
Ivafy 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 Ivafy 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. Ivafy 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 Ivafy 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ivafy 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Ivafy 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
Ivafy 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
Ivafy 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 Ivafy 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 medication is Ivafy 5mg Tablet?
Ivafy 5mg Tablet is a heart medicine that belongs to a class of medications known as HCN channel blockers. It works by slowing down the heart rate, allowing it to pump more blood through the body with each beat.
Can Ivafy 5mg Tablet affect vision?
Ivafy 5mg Tablet may cause temporary flashes of light in the field of vision. This usually subsides with continued use. If you experience this, be cautious when driving or operating machinery, especially in conditions with sudden changes in lighting.
What are the symptoms of taking too much Ivafy 5mg Tablet?
Overdosing on Ivafy 5mg Tablet can lead to a slow heartbeat, dizziness, excessive tiredness, and lack of energy. If you've taken more than the recommended dose or experience any of these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical attention.
What is the most important information I should know about Ivafy 5mg Tablet?
It's essential to be aware that Ivafy 5mg Tablet can cause serious side effects in adults and children. Its use during pregnancy can harm the unborn baby. Additionally, it may lead to irregular or rapid heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or slower than normal heart rate (bradycardia).
Does Ivafy 5mg Tablet lower blood pressure?
No, Ivafy 5mg Tablet typically causes an increase in blood pressure as a side effect. This change is temporary and does not affect the treatment with Ivafy 5mg Tablet. However, it should not be given to patients with severely low blood pressure (less than 90/50 mmHg).
Is Ivafy 5mg Tablet a beta-blocker?
No, Ivafy 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 the heart rate.
