Ivantra 5 Tablet
Manufacturer
Astranova Biotech
Salt Composition
Ivabradine (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ivantra 5 Tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of angina (heart-related chest pain) and chronic (long-term) heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ivantra 5 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. Ivantra 5 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 Ivantra 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ivantra 5 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Ivantra 5 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
Ivantra 5 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
May cause dizziness or sleepiness Monitor your blood pressure Monitor your heart rate 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 medication is Ivantra 5 Tablet?
Ivantra 5 Tablet is a heart medicine that belongs to a class of medications known as hyperpolarization-activated cyclic nucleotide-gated (HCN) channel blockers. It works by slowing down the heart rate, allowing for more efficient blood pumping with each heartbeat.
Can Ivantra 5 Tablet affect vision?
Ivantra 5 Tablet may cause temporary brightness in the visual field, known as luminous visual phenomena. This usually resolves with continued use of the medication. If you experience this, be cautious when driving or operating machinery, especially at night.
What are the symptoms of taking too much Ivantra 5 Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Ivantra 5 Tablet can lead to symptoms such as a slow heartbeat, dizziness, excessive tiredness, and lack of energy. If you take an overdose or experience these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical attention.
What is the most important information I should know about Ivantra 5 Tablet?
It's crucial to remember that Ivantra 5 Tablet can cause serious side effects in adults and children. Its use during pregnancy may harm the unborn baby. Additionally, it may increase the risk of irregular or rapid heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) and slower-than-normal heart rate (bradycardia).
Does Ivantra 5 Tablet lower blood pressure?
No, Ivantra 5 Tablet typically causes an increase in blood pressure as a side effect. This change is temporary and does not affect the treatment with Ivantra 5 Tablet. However, it should not be given to patients with severely low blood pressure (less than 90/50 mmHg).
Is Ivantra 5 Tablet a beta-blocker?
No, Ivantra 5 Tablet is not a beta-blocker. Instead, it lowers the heart rate by selectively blocking the sodium channel present in heart pacemaker cells responsible for increasing the heart rate.
