Medicine Details
Vasotop 30mg Infusion
Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition: Nimodipine (30mg)
Medicine Type: allopathy
Introduction: In Subarachnoid haemorrhage Vasotop 30mg Infusion is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing the narrowed blood vessels in the brain so that blood can flow more easily. This prevents further brain damage after bleeding around the brain. It is given as an injection and started as soon as possible after bleeding in the brain is confirmed. Your doctor may switch to a tablet form once treatment with Vasotop 30mg Infusion is completed. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from this medicine.
Benefits: Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Description: Vasotop 30mg Infusion is a medicine used to treat and prevent further damage to the brain after subarachnoid hemorrhage (bleeding around the brain). It is known as a calcium channel blocker and helps to improve blood flow to the brain and prevents changes in brain function. Vasotop 30mg Infusion is given under the supervision of a doctor. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. Keep taking the injection for as long as advised by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine. The most common side effects include rash, headache, stomach discomfort, low blood pressure, and slow heartbeat. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or won't go away. It makes you feel dizzy. Avoid driving, or any kind of machinery work until you know how the medicine affects you. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any heart-related problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking – especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.
How to Use: Vasotop 30mg Infusion is a calcium channel blocker. It relaxes the narrow blood vessels in the brain and makes the blood flow more easily. This prevents brain damage after bleeding around the brain.
Safety Advice: - Alcohol : UNSAFE - Vasotop 30mg Infusion may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Vasotop 30mg Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Vasotop 30mg Infusion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Vasotop 30mg Infusion may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Vasotop 30mg Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Vasotop 30mg Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Vasotop 30mg Infusion in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Packaging: bottle of 50 ml Infusion
Packaging Type:
Primary Use: Subarachnoid haemorrhage
Side Effects: Headache | Stomach discomfort | Nausea | Decreased blood pressure | Slow heart rate
Alcohol Interaction: UNSAFE
Pregnancy Interaction:
Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Driving Interaction:
Kidney Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Liver Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR