Drug Name:
Isradipine Extended-Release Tabs Rx

Generic Name and Formulations:
Isradipine 5mg, 10mg; ext-rel tabs.
Company:
Mylan Inc.
Therapeutic Use:
Indications for Isradipine Extended-Release Tabs:
Hypertension.
Adult:
Do not crush or chew. Initially 5mg once daily, alone or with a thiazide diuretic. May increase by 5mg/day at 2–4 week intervals; max 20mg/day.
Children:
Not recommended.
Warnings/Precautions:
CHF. GI narrowing (CR). Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Interactions:
β-blockers may potentiate heart failure. Severe hypotension possible with fentanyl.
Pharmacological Class:
Calcium channel blocker (CCB) (dihydropyridine).
Adverse Reactions:
Dizziness, edema, palpitations, fatigue, flushing, dyspnea, GI upset, tachycardia, rash, pollakiuria, weakness, headache.
Note:
Formerly known under the brand name Dynacirc CR.
How Supplied:
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