Nimotop

Nimotop

Nimotop is used for:

Reducing problems due to lack of oxygen caused by bleeding from a blood vessel in the brain. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Nimotop is a calcium channel blocking agent. Exactly how Nimotop works is unknown.

Do NOT use Nimotop if:

• you are allergic to any of the ingredients contained in Nimotop

Contact your health care provider as soon as possible if any of the above applies to you.

Consider before using Nimotop

Medical Conditions

There are medical conditions that can influence usage of Nimotop . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are either pregnant or planning to become pregnant
• if you are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any medicine (either prescription or nonprescription), herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you are allergic to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have liver problems, heart problems (eg, slow heartbeat), shock due to serious heart problems, low blood pressure, fluid in your lungs, or if you have a history of heart attack

Drugs Interaction

There are medicines that may interact with Nimotop . Inform your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, in particular any from the list below:

• Calcium channel blockers (eg, amlodipine) or other blood pressure medicines because actions and side effects may be increased by Nimotop

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Clarify with your health care provider whether Nimotop may interact with other medicines you take. Also, consult your health care provider in advance if you are going to start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

Nimotop Usage Guidelines

You should use Nimotop as recommended by your doctor. Read the medicine's label for precise dosing instructions.

• Take Nimotop on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating.
• Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Nimotop .
• If you miss a dose of Nimotop , take it as soon as you get it remembered. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, ignore the missed one and get back to your normal dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.

Clarify with your health care provider any issues you may have about usage of Nimotop .

Important safety information on nimotop

• Nimotop may cause dizziness or lightheadedness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Nimotop . Using Nimotop alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
• LAB TESTS, including blood pressure, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and laboratory appointments.
• Use Nimotop with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
• Use Nimotop with extreme caution in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Nimotop during pregnancy. It is unknown if Nimotop is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while you are using Nimotop .

Side effects may be caused by Nimotop

Any medicine may cause side effects, but the majority of people have either slight side effects, or dont have it at all. Consult your doctor if any of the most COMMON side effects from the list below persist or start bothering you:

Diarrhea; flushing; headache; nausea.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black or bloody stools; depression; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; severe dizziness; shortness of breath; severe or persistent constipation; swelling of the feet or hands; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual tiredness or weakness; yellowing of the eyes or skin.

It sholud be noted, that this is not a full list of possible side effects. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include fainting; loss of consciousness; rapid, slow, or irregular heartbeat; severe dizziness.

Nimotop storage instructions:

Store Nimotop at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store in the original foil pack away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Nimotop out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions on Nimotop , please consult your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
• Nimotop is supposed to be used only by the patient it is prescribed to. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or even become worse, inform your doctor.

This article is a summary only, and it does not provide all the information about Nimotop . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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