Ivamax 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Ivabradine (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ivamax 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
Ivamax 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 Ivamax 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. Ivamax 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 Ivamax 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ivamax 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Ivamax 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
Ivamax 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
Ivamax 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 Ivamax 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 Ivamax 5mg Tablet?
Ivamax 5mg Tablet is a cardiovascular medicine. It belongs to a class of drugs known as hyperpolarization-activated cyclic nucleotide-gated (HCN) channel blockers, which work by slowing the heart rate.
Does Ivamax 5mg Tablet affect vision?
Ivamax 5mg Tablet may cause temporary bright spots in the field of vision (luminous visual phenomena). This usually resolves with continued use of Ivamax 5mg Tablet. If this occurs, be cautious when driving or operating machinery during times of sudden shifts in light intensity, particularly at night.
What are the symptoms of overdosage of Ivamax 5mg Tablet?
Overdosing on Ivamax 5mg Tablet may cause slow heart rate, dizziness, excessive fatigue and lack of energy. If you've taken a higher dose than prescribed or experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical care.
What is the most important information that I should know about Ivamax 5mg Tablet?
Remember that Ivamax 5mg Tablet can cause serious side effects in adults and children. It's essential to avoid use during pregnancy, as it can harm the developing fetus. Some of these potential side effects include an increased risk of irregular or rapid heartbeats (atrial fibrillation or heart rhythm problems) and a slower-than-normal heart rate (bradycardia).
Does Ivamax 5mg Tablet lower blood pressure?
Ivamax 5mg Tablet typically leads to an increase in blood pressure as a side effect. This temporary change doesn't impact the use of Ivamax 5mg Tablet but shouldn't be administered to patients with severely low blood pressure (blood pressure < 90/50 mmHg).
Is Ivamax 5mg Tablet a beta-blocker?
No, Ivamax 5mg Tablet is not a beta-blocker. It works by selectively blocking the sodium channel present in heart pacemaker cells responsible for increased heart rate.
