Adalat CC Tablet 60mg

About Adalat CC Tablet 60mg

Uses

• Treats high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Used to prevent chronic stable angina chest pain
• Helps manage Raynaud's phenomenon symptoms
• Used for certain heart rhythm related chest discomfort
• Sometimes prescribed for pregnancy related high blood pressure under specialist care

Benefits

• Once daily dosing helps with long term blood pressure control
• Extended release formula gives steady round the clock effect
• Reduces the frequency of angina chest pain episodes
• Widely used and well studied cardiac medicine

What Experts Say

Nifedipine belongs to a group of medicines called calcium channel blockers. It relaxes and widens blood vessels by blocking calcium from entering the muscle cells in artery walls, which lowers blood pressure and reduces the amount of work the heart has to do.

Cardiologists in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi commonly prescribe this extended release form for patients who need steady, all day blood pressure or angina control from a single daily dose, especially those with coronary artery disease. It is often combined with other heart medicines when blood pressure remains high on its own.

People with a history of low blood pressure, liver disease or heart failure need close monitoring while taking this medicine. It should always be swallowed whole, since crushing or splitting the extended release tablet can release too much medicine into the body at once and cause a sudden drop in blood pressure.

Drug Class

• Calcium channel blocker (dihydropyridine)

Adalat CC Tablet 60mg formula

• Nifedipine

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Adalat CC Tablet 60mg?

• Take one tablet once daily, preferably at the same time each day
• Swallow the tablet whole, do not crush, chew or split it
• Take on an empty stomach or a light meal for consistent absorption
• Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice while taking this medicine
• Do not stop suddenly without consulting your doctor

Drug Interactions

• Beta Blockers: Combining can increase the risk of low blood pressure and slow heart rate
• Grapefruit Juice: Raises nifedipine levels in the blood and increases side effect risk
• Rifampicin: Reduces the effectiveness of nifedipine significantly
• Digoxin: May raise digoxin levels in the blood when taken together

Risks and warnings

• Low Blood Pressure: Can cause dizziness or fainting, especially when starting treatment
• Heart Failure: Use with caution in people with heart failure or severely weakened heart function
• Liver Disease: Dose adjustment may be needed in people with liver impairment
• Grapefruit Juice: Can raise drug levels in the blood and increase side effects
• Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Use only if clearly needed and under medical supervision

Adalat CC Tablet Side Effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Flushing or warmth in the face
• Swelling in the ankles or feet
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Fast heartbeat
• Low blood pressure (rare)
• Gum swelling with long term use (rare)
• Severe allergic reaction (rare)

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place
• Protect from moisture and direct light
• Keep the tablets in their original packaging
• Keep out of reach of children