Nylidrin
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Nylidrin belongs to the group of medicines called vasodilators. Vasodilators increase the size of blood vessels. Nylidrin is used to treat problems due to poor blood circulation.
Nylidrin was available only with your doctor's prescription.
Nylidrin is no longer available in the United States.
Indications
Nylidrin belongs to the group of medicines called vasodilators. Vasodilators increase the size of blood vessels. Nylidrin is used to treat problems due to poor blood circulation.
Nylidrin was available only with your doctor's prescription.
Nylidrin is no longer available in the United States.
Contraindications
Nylidrin is contraindicated in conditions like Myocardial infarction,Thyrotoxicosis,Angina pectoris,Tachycardia,Hypersensitivity to the drug.
Side Effects
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Dizziness fast or irregular heartbeat weakness or tiredness (continuing)
Signs and symptoms of overdose
Blurred vision chest pain decrease in urination or inability to urinate fever metallic taste
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Less common
Chilliness flushing or red face headache nausea and vomiting nervousness trembling
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Warnings and precautions should be considered if the patient have any pre-existing conditions, such as: chest pain, heart disease, thyroid disease, ulcers, any allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication is found in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Nylidrin is not indicated in the management of normal aging or of patients with presenile dementia (Alzheimer's Disease).
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, Geriatrics, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
3 to 12 mg (7.5 (7.5)) As recommended. PO — 3-4 times daily.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.
Storage
Tablets Protect from Sunlight and Heat.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.