Cardipin Retard Tab (Nifedipine 20 mg)

Composition

Nifedipine 20 mg (Sustained/Retard release)

Description

Cardipin Retard contains Nifedipine, a calcium channel blocker (CCB) used for:

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Chronic stable angina

Vasospastic (Prinzmetal’s) angina

It works by relaxing blood vessels, improving blood flow, and reducing workload on the heart.

Precautions

Avoid sudden withdrawal—may cause rebound hypertension.

Use cautiously in patients with severe hypotension, heart failure, aortic stenosis, or liver impairment.

Avoid alcohol and grapefruit juice (may increase drug levels).

Not recommended in pregnancy unless clearly needed.

Do not crush or chew the retard tablet.

Adverse Effects

Common: Headache, Flushing, Dizziness, Swelling of ankles/feet (edema)

Less common: Palpitations, Nausea, Fatigue, Gingival hyperplasia (gum swelling)

Rare: Severe hypotension, Allergic reactions

Storage

Store below 25°C.

Protect from light and moisture.

Keep in original blister pack.

Keep away from children.