Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of angina (heart-related chest pain). It works by reducing the heart rate and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

It is advised to take Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet with food at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent levels of medicine in the blood. In case you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

The most common side effects of this medicine include slow heart rate, tiredness, and blurred vision These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, heart rate, and blood glucose level while taking this medicine. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity while taking this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

Uses of Ivables M Tablet

Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Benefits of Ivables M Tablet

In Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.

Side effects of Ivables M Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ivables M

Slow heart rate
Tiredness
Blurred vision
Luminous phenomena (Enhanced brightness)
Abnormal dreams
Cold extremities

How to use Ivables M Tablet

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. Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How Ivables M Tablet works

Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Ivabradine and Metoprolol Tartrate. They work by reducing the heart rate and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet may cause transient luminous phenomena. This should be taken into account especially when driving at night.

Kidney

CAUTION

Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Limited information is available for use of Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

What if you forget to take Ivables M Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet is prescribed to prevent heart-related chest pain.
Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can monitor your progress and check your heart rate.
You will also be advised to monitor your blood sugar level while on treatment with Ivables M 5mg/50mg Tablet.
Lifestyle changes like low-sodium, fat diet, regular exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better.

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References

Priti K, Ranwa BL, Gokhroo RK, et al. Ivabradine vs metoprolol in patients with acute inferior wall myocardial infarction—“Expanding arena for ivabradine”. Cardiovasc Ther. 2017;35(4). (online) Available from: