Can I take grapefruit juice together with ivabradine?

ivabradine may result in increased plasma levels when taken with grapefruit juice.This will increase the risks of side effects.

How will I know if I am allergic to this medication?

You may notice allergic symptoms such as swollen face, eyes and lips. There may also be itchy rashes all over your body and in severe cases, you may experience breathing difficulties. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop taking your medicine immediately and see your doctor.

I was informed that this medication might affect my vision. Is it permanent?

ivabradine may affect your vision, in which cause temporary brightness in your field of vision (luminous visual phenomena). This especially happens when there is sudden changes in light intensity. However, this condition usually disappears with the continuous use of ivabradine. If this happens to you, be careful when driving or using machines at times when there could be sudden changes in light intensity, especially when driving at night.

Ivabradine

Uses of Ivabradine

Ivabradine is commonly used to treat Angina Heart Related Chest Pain, Heart Failure

How Ivabradine Works

Ivabradine works by inhibiting the channels in the heart electrical nodes and thus causing slow firing of electrical signal and reduce heart rate.

Side Effects of Ivabradine

Blurred vision, Slow heart rate, Blackout, Fatigue, Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Shortness of breath, Constipation, Muscle cramps

Information About Ivabradine

Ivabradine is a selective funny current (If) inhibitor used to treat chronic stable angina and heart failure with reduced ejection fraction in Singapore. Available as a 5mg–7.5mg oral tablet taken twice daily with meals, it is HSA-registered and available on prescription only in Singapore. It selectively reduces heart rate by blocking sinoatrial node If channels without affecting blood pressure, myocardial contractility, or cardiac conduction, making it uniquely suitable for patients in whom beta-blockers are contraindicated or inadequately tolerated. A valid doctor's consultation is required before dispensing. Order Ivabradine online at DoctorOnCall Singapore with same-day delivery available. Speak to a DoctorOnCall physician today to check if Ivabradine is right for you.

Ivabradine is a medication commonly used to treat chronic heart failure and certain cases of stable angina by helping reduce the heart rate and improve heart efficiency. It works by selectively inhibiting the If current in the heart's natural pacemaker, slowing the heartbeat without affecting blood pressure or heart muscle contraction. Ivabradine belongs to a class of medications known as heart rate-lowering agents and is widely used in cardiovascular care. Find affordable Ivabradine options from trusted brands at DoctorOnCall.

Conclusion

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Warnings

Kidney Use With Care

There is no dosage adjustment required in patients with creatinine clearance >15ml/min while close monitoring and dosage adjustment is needed if creatinine clearance <15ml/min.

Alcohol Not Advisable

Consuming alcohol with Ivabradine may potentiates the adverse effects of dizziness, slow heart rate and headache which can be severe in certain user.

Pregnancy Limited Data

Ivabradine is contraindicated to be used during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown reproductive toxicity and fetal harm.

Driving Not advisable

It is not advisable to drive when under Ivabradine treatment due to its potential side effects such as headache and dizziness which can affect the ability to concentrate and drive.

Liver Use With Care

There is no dosage adjustment is needed in mild to moderate hepatic impaired patients and is contraindicated in people with severe hepatic impairment.

Lactation Not Advisable

Animal studies have shown traces of Ivabradine in the breastmilk but it is not known whether the same is true in human breastmilk. Ivabradine is contraindicated to be used during breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written by

Dr. Adeline Carol Peters, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

Reviewed by

Dr. Mohd Izzat Amir Bin Awang, Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Mansoura - Manchester