Procardia
Nifedipine 30mg prolonged-release tablets, used in the management of hypertension and angina pectoris. A dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Nifedipine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Strengths
- 30mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Procardia on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Hypertension · Angina Pectoris
- Alternative names
- Adalat
- Therapeutic class
- Calcium Channel Blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Dihydropyridine
- Contraindications
- cardiogenic shock; hypersensitivity to nifedipine; pregnancy (first trimester)
- Precautions and warnings
- may cause dizziness; monitor blood pressure
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; headache; flushing
- Moderate side effects
- peripheral oedema; palpitations; constipation
- Dosage forms
- Prolonged-release tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Bayer
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Protect from light.
- Drug interactions
- grapefruit juice; cimetidine; rifampicin
- Age restrictions
- Adults only.
Serious side effects
severe hypotension, requires immediate medical attention; angina exacerbation, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Nifedipine 30mg prolonged-release tablets, used in the management of hypertension and angina pectoris. A dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker.
Mechanism of action
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker that inhibits the influx of calcium ions into cardiac and smooth muscle cells, causing vascular relaxation and reduced blood pressure.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Not recommended during early pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Procardia contains Nifedipine, a well-established medication used to manage hypertension and angina pectoris. The same active ingredient is also produced under various brand names, most notably Adalat. Supplied as a 30mg tablet, this treatment is designed to assist patients in maintaining long-term cardiovascular health.
Buying Procardia online
Nifedipine, often produced in India, offers a cost-effective alternative to expensive original brands, providing consistent value for expats and those living in locations without easy access to such treatments.
What you will receive
Procardia is the originator brand name, made by Bayer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Bayer and do not ship the original Procardia.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Nifedipine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.