Nimotide

Nimotide 30mg Tablet relaxes and widens the blood vessels so that blood can flow easily through them, thereby improving the blood supply to the brain. This as a result decreases brain damage due to internal bleeding in the brain and also prevents vasospasm (reflex narrowing of blood vessels caused by this bleeding).

Nimotide 30mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. Nimotide 30mg Tablet is used to prevent any further damage to the brain function which happens after subarachnoid haemorrhage (bleeding around the brain when a weak nerve in the brain bursts).

No, do not stop taking Nimotide 30mg Tablet even if you start feeling better after taking it. This medicine is usually taken for 2 to 4 weeks. However, you must continue taking Nimotide 30mg Tablet in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor, your condition may worsen. Therefore, it is very important to follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and keep your doctor informed if you face any issues while taking Nimotide 30mg Tablet.

The most common side effects of Nimotide 30mg Tablet are decreased blood pressure, headache, increased or decreased heart rate, nausea, rash, stomach discomfort, edema (swelling) and muscle cramps. These are usually not bothersome but you must consult your doctor if any of these worries you or gets worse.

Talk to your doctor if you ever had head injury or bleeding in and around the brain. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you have been taking this medicine through a drip, it is likely that you may be switched to a tablet form of Nimotide 30mg Tablet to continue your treatment, once the drip is stopped. Inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, brain or liver. Do not take Nimotide 30mg Tablet if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Nimotide 30mg Tablet should not be given to children below the age of 18 as the safety of Nimotide 30mg Tablet is not known in children. Do not take antacids for 2 hours before or after taking Nimotide 30mg Tablet as this may prevent the medication from working. Avoid taking alcohol while taking Nimotide 30mg Tablet as it may only worsen the dizziness that may occur as a side effect of Nimotide 30mg Tablet. You should not drive or do anything that requires focus as your alertness may be affected by Nimotide 30mg Tablet. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to conceive, please consult your doctor before taking Nimotide 30mg Tablet.

If a person is unable to swallow properly, the doctor will suggest ways to give Nimotide 30mg Tablet via a nasogastric tube. You must not mix the contents of Nimotide 30mg Tablet into any other liquid or medicine as it may affect the working of the medicine. Nimotide 30mg Tablet should not be injected. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

If you take an overdose of Nimotide 30mg Tablet by mistake, get emergency medical help. Your blood pressure may decrease considerably and you may feel lightheaded or faint also. You may also experience irregular heart rate (fast or slow), making you feel sick or nauseated.

If you miss a dose of Nimotide 30mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. Carry on taking that day’s dose at 4-hour intervals. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Nimotide 30mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Nimotide 30mg Tablet.

No, Nimotide 30mg Tablet is not safe if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking, as it may cause harmful effects to the baby.