Atenolol (50mg) + Nifedipine (20mg)
Beta-Nicardia Capsule SR is used in the treatment of high blood pressure.
1 Strip of 10 Capsules
J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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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. Beta-Nicardia Capsule SR is to be taken empty stomach.
Take it either 1 hour before or 2 hours after food.
Beta-Nicardia Capsule SR is a combination of two medicines: Atenolol and nifedipine which lower blood pressure effectively. Atenolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart to slow down the heart rate while nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker which works by relaxing blood vessels. Together, they make the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
Related Warnings
Atenolol and alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.
Beta-Nicardia Capsule SR is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
Beta-Nicardia Capsule SR is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Beta-Nicardia Capsule SR may make you feel dizzy, faint, extremely tired or have visual disturbances. This may affect your ability to drive.
Beta-Nicardia Capsule SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Beta-Nicardia Capsule SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment.
Beta-Nicardia Capsule SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Beta-Nicardia Capsule SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
