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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:38 PM IST
Nimodip Tablet is used to prevent brain function changes after subarachnoid haemorrhage (bleeding around the brain). It contains Nimodipine which relaxes the smooth muscles of the small blood vessels in the brain, allowing narrowed blood vessels to open up, making it easier for the blood to flow. This medicine may sometimes cause side effects such as nausea, stomach upset, headache, light-headedness, irregular heartbeat and muscle pain. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition

NIMODIPINE-30MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

USV Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Nimodip Tablet

Nimodip Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called 'calcium channel blockers' used to prevent brain function changes after subarachnoid haemorrhage (bleeding around the brain) due to stroke or trauma. Subarachnoid haemorrhage is bleeding around the brain, usually bleeding from an aneurysm (a weakened area in a blood vessel).
 
Nimodip Tablet contains ‘Nimodipine’ that relaxes the smooth muscles of the small blood vessels in the brain, allowing narrowed blood vessels to open up, making it easier for the blood to flow. This helps increase blood flow & circulation, reduces blood pressure, prevents spasms in blood vessels and lowers the risk of damage caused by insufficient blood flow to the brain after bleeding. 
 
You are advised to take Nimodip Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience common side-effects such as nausea, stomach upset, headache, light-headedness, irregular heartbeat and muscle pain. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side-effects persist or worsen. 
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Nimodip Tablet . Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert as Nimodip Tablet may cause dizziness and decreased alertness. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Nimodip Tablet as it might cause increased dizziness. Nimodip Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as safety and effectiveness have not been established. 

Uses of Nimodip Tablet

Prevent brain function changes after subarachnoid haemorrhage (bleeding around the brain).

Medicinal Benefits

Nimodip Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called calcium channel blockers used to prevent brain function changes after subarachnoid haemorrhage (bleeding around the brain). Nimodip Tablet relaxes the smooth muscles of the small blood vessels in the brain, allowing narrowed blood vessels to open up, making it easier for the blood to flow. This helps increase blood flow and circulation, reduces blood pressure, prevents spasms in blood vessels and lowers the risk of damage caused by insufficient blood flow to the brain after bleeding. 

Directions for Use

Take Nimodip Tablet on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. Swallow Nimodip Tablet as a whole with water, do not chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Nimodip Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Stomach upset
  • Headache
  • Light-headedness
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Muscle pain
  • Hypotension

Drug Warnings

Do not take Nimodip Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components, if you have had a heart attack in the last month or have angina. Inform your doctor if you have/had a head injury, severely raised pressure in the skull, low blood pressure, alcoholism, kidney/liver problems or if you are on a sodium diet. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Nimodip Tablet . Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert as Nimodip Tablet may cause dizziness and decreased alertness. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Nimodip Tablet as it might cause increased dizziness. Nimodip Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Nimodip Tablet may have interaction with anti-hypertensive (nifedipine, diltiazem, atenolol, propranolol, verapamil, methyldopa), antacid (cimetidine), anti-convulsant (phenobarbitone, phenytoin, carbamazepine, sodium valproate), anti-depressant (fluoxetine, nefazodone), diuretic (furosemide), anti-HIV (indinavir, ritonavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir), anti-fungal (ketoconazole), antibiotic (quinupristin+dalfopristin), aminoglycosides, cephalosporins, and herbal supplement used to treat depression (St. John’s wort).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking Nimodip Tablet . Treatment with Nimodip Tablet should not be started within 4 days of eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, coronary heart disease, heart failure, liver or kidney disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • NIFEDIPINE
  • DILTIAZEM
  • ATENOLOL
  • PROPRANOLOL
  • VERAMAPIL
  • METHYLDOPA
  • CIMETIDINE
  • PHENOBARBITONE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • SODIUM VALPROATE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • NEFAZODONE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • INDINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR
  • NELFINAVIR
  • SAQUINAVIR
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • QUINUPRISTIN+DALFOPRISTIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Maintain a healthy weight with proper diet and exercise.
  • Include foods such as whole-grain bread, low-fat dairy products, lean meat, beans and fish.
  • Exercise as directed by the physician. It helps in lowering blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and weight.
  • Manage stress with meditation, music or deep breathing.

Special Advise

  • Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels and heart rate is advised.
  • Your doctor may advise regular liver function tests, and blood tests to check your progress.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Subarachnoid haemorrhage: Subarachnoid haemorrhage is bleeding in the subarachnoid space in the brain, usually bleeding from an aneurysm (a weakened area in the blood vessel). Subarachnoid space is the space where cerebrospinal fluid circulates, which protects the brain from injury. Due to haemorrhage, the blood supply to the brain is reduced, which leads to disruption of brain functions leading to its damage. The main symptom of subarachnoid haemorrhage is a sudden, severe headache. Other symptoms include neck pain, shoulder pain, confusion, seizures, irritability, double vision and rapid alertness loss. 

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Nimodip Tablet as it might cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Nimodip Tablet belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe Nimodip Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with Nimodip Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Nimodip Tablet may cause dizziness and decreased alertness. Drive and operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Nimodip Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Nimodip Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Arvind Vithal Gandhi Chowk, BSD Marg, Station Road, Govandi East, Mumbai - 400 088. , India.
Other Info - NIM0027

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FAQs

Nimodip Tablet is used to prevent brain function changes after subarachnoid haemorrhage (bleeding around the brain) due to stroke or trauma.
Nimodip Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels, making it easier for the blood to flow. This helps prevent spasms in blood vessels, which lowers the risk of damage caused due to insufficient blood flow to the brain after bleeding due to any trauma or stroke.
Please do not stop taking Nimodip Tablet without consulting your doctor. Continue taking Nimodip Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Nimodip Tablet .
Light-headedness could be a side-effect of Nimodip Tablet . Light-headedness is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.
Nimodip Tablet might affect male fertility as it has been shown to decrease sperm density and motility. So, talk to your doctor if you are trying to father a child.
Nimodip Tablet might decrease the number of platelets in the blood which could cause bleeding or bruising easily. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience unexplained bruising or bleeding.
Consult your doctor before taking multivitamin and multimineral medicines along with Nimodip Tablet as they might decrease the effect of Nimodip Tablet . Regular monitoring of blood pressure and dose adjustment may be required if taken together.

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