Ivamac 5 mg Tablet

Composition of Ivamac 5 mg Tablet

Ivamac 5 mg Tablet contains Ivabradine (5mg). It belongs to the Cardiovascular agent class of medicines.

Uses of Ivamac 5 mg Tablet

Angina (heart-related chest pain) Heart Failure

Key benefits

• In Angina (heart-related chest pain) Ivamac 5 Tablet helps manage angina (heart-related chest pain) by slowing the heart rate
• reducing its oxygen demand
• and improving blood flow to the heart muscle. This leads to fewer episodes of chest pain
• better exercise tolerance
• and enhanced daily comfort. Easing the heart's workload
• it helps prevent complications like heart attacks
• promoting long-term cardiovascular health. With improved symptom control
• Ivamac 5 Tablet supports a more active and fulfilling lifestyle while reducing the stress of recurrent angina episodes. In Heart Failure Ivamac 5 Tablet helps manage heart failure by slowing the heart rate
• allowing the heart to pump more efficiently with less strain. This improves blood circulation
• reduces symptoms like fatigue
• breathlessness
• and swelling
• and enhances exercise capacity. By easing the workload on the heart
• it lowers the risk of hospitalization and heart-related complications. With better heart function and energy levels
• Ivamac 5 Tablet supports a more active lifestyle and improves the overall quality of life for individuals with heart failure. Show More

How Ivamac 5 mg Tablet works

Ivamac 5 Tablet works by slowing down the heart rate. It does this by blocking a specific "pacemaker" current in the heart, which helps the heart beat more slowly and efficiently. This reduces the heart's workload and improves blood flow, making it easier for the heart to pump oxygen-rich blood to the body. It is often used to treat conditions where the heart beats too fast, like certain types of heart failure or angina.

How to take Ivamac 5 mg 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. Ivamac 5 Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Ivamac 5 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can seriously disturb the heart's rhythm and blood pressure. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Ivamac 5 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Ivamac are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Ivamac 5 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not stop or change the dose of a heart medicine on your own. Report fainting, a very slow or very fast pulse, or new breathlessness. Keep every follow-up appointment — most of these medicines need periodic blood tests or an ECG.

Do not take Ivamac if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will check that this is suitable for your particular heart condition.

Interactions with other medicines

Heart medicines interact widely. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about everything you take, including herbal products.

How to store Ivamac 5 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Ivamac 5 mg Tablet

Ivamac 5 Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. You may experience temporary changes in your vision, such as enhanced visual brightness/flashes. These changes may occur within the initial 2 months of treatment and should gradually go away. Monitor your blood pressure when taking Ivamac 5 Tablet as it can increase your blood pressure. Monitor your heart rate when taking this medicine, as a low heart rate is a common side effect. Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms of low heart rate, such as dizziness, tiredness, and low energy.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Cardiovascular agent

Chemical class:

Benzazepines