Nimotime 30mg Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Care Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Nimodipine (30mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Dihydropyridinecarboxylic acids derivatives |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | Calcium channel blockers- Dihydropyridines (DHP) |
| User Rating | 4.4 |
| User Reviews | 734 |
FAQ
What if I take an overdose of Nimotime 30mg by mistake?
If you take an overdose of Nimotime 30mg by mistake, get emergency medical help. Your blood pressure may decrease considerably and you may feel lightheaded or faint also. You may also experience irregular heart rate (fast or slow), making you feel sick or nauseated.
What precautions do I need to take while taking Nimotime 30mg?
Talk to your doctor if you ever had head injury or bleeding in and around the brain. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you have been taking this medicine through a drip, it is likely that you may be switched to a tablet form of Nimotime 30mg to continue your treatment, once the drip is stopped. Inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, brain or liver. Do not take Nimotime 30mg if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Nimotime 30mg should not be given to children below the age of 18 as the safety of Nimotime 30mg is not known in children. Do not take antacids for 2 hours before or after taking Nimotime 30mg as this may prevent the medication from working. Avoid taking alcohol while taking Nimotime 30mg as it may only worsen the dizziness that may occur as a side effect of Nimotime 30mg. You should not drive or do anything that requires focus as your alertness may be affected by Nimotime 30mg. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to conceive, please consult your doctor before taking Nimotime 30mg.
How does Nimotime 30mg work?
Nimotime 30mg relaxes and widens the blood vessels so that blood can flow easily through them, thereby improving the blood supply to the brain. This as a result decreases brain damage due to internal bleeding in the brain and also prevents vasospasm (reflex narrowing of blood vessels caused by this bleeding).
How do I give Nimotime 30mg to a person who is unable to swallow properly?
If a person is unable to swallow properly, the doctor will suggest ways to give Nimotime 30mg via a nasogastric tube. You must not mix the contents of Nimotime 30mg into any other liquid or medicine as it may affect the working of the medicine. Nimotime 30mg should not be injected. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Is Nimotime 30mg safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
No, Nimotime 30mg is not safe if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking, as it may cause harmful effects to the baby.
What are the side effects of Nimotime 30mg?
The most common side effects of Nimotime 30mg are decreased blood pressure, headache, increased or decreased heart rate, nausea, rash, stomach discomfort, edema (swelling) and muscle cramps. These are usually not bothersome but you must consult your doctor if any of these worries you or gets worse.
I am better now after taking Nimotime 30mg. Can I stop taking it?
No, do not stop taking Nimotime 30mg even if you start feeling better after taking it. This medicine is usually taken for 2 to 4 weeks. However, you must continue taking Nimotime 30mg in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor, your condition may worsen. Therefore, it is very important to follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and keep your doctor informed if you face any issues while taking Nimotime 30mg.
What is Nimotime 30mg?
Nimotime 30mg belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. Nimotime 30mg is used to prevent any further damage to the brain function which happens after subarachnoid haemorrhage (bleeding around the brain when a weak nerve in the brain bursts).
Can I take Nimotime 30mg with food?
Nimotime 30mg can be taken with or without food. Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Nimotime 30mg.
What if I forget to take a dose of Nimotime 30mg?
If you miss a dose of Nimotime 30mg, take it as soon as possible. Carry on taking that day’s dose at 4-hour intervals. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Nimotime 30mg Tablet Reviews
Nimotime 30mg is a medicine used to treat and prevent further damage to the brain after bleeding around the brain (subarachnoid hemorrhage or SAH). It is known as a calcium channel blocker and helps to improve blood flow to the brain and prevent changes in brain function.
Nimotime 30mg is usually started as soon as possible after bleeding around the brain (or SAH) is confirmed by the doctor. The exact dose and frequency will be decided by your doctor depending on your medical condition and response to treatment. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly as per your doctor’s instructions, to get the most benefit. Do not take any antacids for 2 hours before or after taking Nimotime 30mg as this can prevent the medicine from working properly. Do not stop taking this medicine without first consulting your doctor. Your condition may worsen if this medicine is stopped too soon.
The most common side effects include decreased blood pressure, increased heart rate (tachycardia), headache, stomach discomfort, nausea, rash, muscle cramp, and edema (swelling over the whole body). Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or do not go away.
Before taking Nimotime 30mg, let your doctor know if you have any heart or liver-related problems. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially some medicines used to treat seizures (fits) and those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. Your doctor will keep a watch on your blood pressure while you are taking this medicine.
Nimotime 30mg is usually started as soon as possible after bleeding around the brain (or SAH) is confirmed by the doctor. The exact dose and frequency will be decided by your doctor depending on your medical condition and response to treatment. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly as per your doctor’s instructions, to get the most benefit. Do not take any antacids for 2 hours before or after taking Nimotime 30mg as this can prevent the medicine from working properly. Do not stop taking this medicine without first consulting your doctor. Your condition may worsen if this medicine is stopped too soon.
The most common side effects include decreased blood pressure, increased heart rate (tachycardia), headache, stomach discomfort, nausea, rash, muscle cramp, and edema (swelling over the whole body). Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or do not go away.
Before taking Nimotime 30mg, let your doctor know if you have any heart or liver-related problems. Some other medicines may affect the way it works, especially some medicines used to treat seizures (fits) and those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. Please tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. Your doctor will keep a watch on your blood pressure while you are taking this medicine.
How Nimotime 30mg Tablet Works
Nimotime 30mg is a calcium channel blocker. It relaxes the narrow blood vessels in the brain and makes the blood flow more easily. This prevents brain damage after bleeding around the brain.
How to Use Nimotime 30mg Tablet
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. Nimotime 30mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Nimotime 30mg Tablet
- In Subarachnoid haemorrhage: Nimotime 30mg is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing the narrowed blood vessels in the brain so that blood can flow more easily. This prevents further brain damage after bleeding around the brain. It is usually started as soon as possible after the start of bleeding in the brain. Take it as per the dose and duration suggested by your doctor. If you stop taking it suddenly, your condition may worsen.
Uses of Nimotime 30mg Tablet
- Subarachnoid haemorrhage
Nimotime 30mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nimotime 30mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Nimotime 30mg may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Driving
UNSAFE
Nimotime 30mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nimotime 30mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nimotime 30mg is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nimotime 30mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Nimotime 30mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nimotime 30mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Your doctor will monitor your blood pressure and heart rate during the treatment with this medicine.
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Nimotime 30mg. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Do not take any antacids for 2 hours before or after taking Nimotime 30mg as it may affect the working of the medicine.
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