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Nifedipine – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: ADALAT OROS

Strength: 30 mg | Form: Modified Release Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 22.43

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Nifedipine

Class: | Calcium channel blocker Use: | Treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris Adult dose: | 30 mg once daily (modified release) Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in children is not recommended Side effects: | Headache, flushing, dizziness, peripheral edema, palpitations Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to nifedipine or any component of the formulation; severe hypotension; cardiogenic shock; concurrent use with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors Storage: | Store at room temper

Drug Class

Calcium channel blocker

Uses & Indications

Treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (15-30°C or 59-86°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from moisture and light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Bayer New Zealand Limited, NEW ZEALAND

Package Size

30s

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 22.43

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

30 mg once daily (modified release)

Pediatric Dose

Not established; use in children is not recommended

Side Effects

Headache, flushing, dizziness, peripheral edema, palpitations

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to nifedipine or any component of the formulation; severe hypotension; cardiogenic shock; concurrent use with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors

Important Warnings

May cause significant hypotension; caution in patients with heart failure; monitor blood pressure regularly; avoid abrupt discontinuation to prevent rebound hypertension

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Nifedipine available in UAE pharmacies:

ADALAT 10 mg Capsules ADALAT 10 mg Modified Release Tablets ADALAT LA 30 mg Modified Release Tablets ADALAT LA 60 mg Modified Release Tablets ADALAT OROS 30 mg Modified Release Tablets ADALAT RETARD 20 mg Sustained Release Tablets ADEFIN XL 30 mg Extended Release Tablets ADEFIN XL 60 mg Extended Release Tablets APO-NIFEDIPINE XR 30 mg Extended Release Tablets APO-NIFEDIPINE XR 60 mg Extended Release Tablets

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See also: Other Calcium channel blocker medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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