Ivaturn 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Scott Morrison
Salt Composition
Ivabradine (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ivaturn 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
Ivaturn 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 Ivaturn 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. Ivaturn 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 Ivaturn 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ivaturn 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Ivaturn 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
Ivaturn 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
Ivaturn 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 Ivaturn 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 Ivaturn 5mg Tablet?
Ivaturn 5mg Tablet is a heart medicine. It belongs to a class of medication called hyperpolarization-activated cyclic nucleotide-gated (HCN) channel blockers. It works by slowing the heart rate, which helps the heart pump more blood throughout the body each time it beats.
Does Ivaturn 5mg Tablet affect vision?
Ivaturn 5mg Tablet may cause temporary changes in light perception (visual disturbances). This usually resolves with continued use of the medication. If experiencing these symptoms, be cautious when driving or operating machinery during sudden shifts in light intensity, especially at night.
What are the symptoms of overdosage of Ivaturn 5mg Tablet?
Symptoms of an overdose of Ivaturn 5mg Tablet include a slow heart rate, dizziness, excessive fatigue and tiredness. If you have taken more than the recommended dosage or experience any of these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical care.
What is the most important information that I should know about Ivaturn 5mg Tablet?
You should be aware that Ivaturn 5mg Tablet can cause serious side effects in adults and children. Its use during pregnancy may harm the developing fetus. Some other significant side effects include an increased risk of irregular or rapid heartbeat (atrial fibrillation or heart rhythm problems) and a slower than normal heart rate (bradycardia).
Does Ivaturn 5mg Tablet lower blood pressure?
Ivaturn 5mg Tablet typically causes an increase in blood pressure as a side effect. This change is temporary and does not impact the effectiveness of the medication. It should not be given to patients with severely low blood pressure (blood pressure <90/50 mmHg).
Is Ivaturn 5mg Tablet a beta-blocker?
No, Ivaturn 5mg Tablet is not a beta-blocker. It slows the heart rate by selectively blocking the sodium channel present in heart pacemaker cells responsible for increased heart rate.
