Chest Pain (Angina) Forums (Page 3)

I, 71 years old, suffered sudden angina pectoris, having a little high blood pressure. My Dr. carried out an ECG which revealed normal ECG. Prescribed nitrocortin 2.6 twice with amlopres trio once. After 10 days blood pressure came down to a normal 130/80 which raised to 160/80 during angina. Would I require nitrocortin 2.6 further? If so, for how long? May you kindly advise? ## To my understanding, Nitrocortin is safe.

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Problems with certain generics, took Teva brand for years, worked like a charm, they stopped making it, tried Solco brand and it gave me severe stomach pains, took namebrand and it gave me chest pain and palpitations anyone have similar experience? Wonder if I should try another brand of generic, not feeling well at all ## Hello robin, Both symptoms you described are associated with taking losartin and you should be communicating these symptoms with your doctor as they can be dangerous. Though each brand is required to have the same active ingredients in them the companies do have the ability to change their inactive ingredients which is what most people tend to have a problem with. I would discuss these symptoms with your doctor and then have them determine if you need to be tested for...

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Is this medication going off the market? The girl at HEB pharmacy said "they" (the pharmaceutical co.?) were going to quit making it. ## Why has Adalat 60 mg. been discontinued in Canada? What are the medical community recommending in replacement? ## Hello Sharon, According to the FDA only certain dosages of the Adalat CC extended release is going to be discontinued as of now. Their list shows that the 10mg XR version of the pill is being discontinued but all the others are currently listed as currently being produced. I can't promise they won't close down the other XR dosages but for the moment only the 10mg has been affected. I hope this helps. Have a wonderful day.

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what is it used for ## This tablet contains the active ingredient Nifedipine, it is a calcium channel blocker used to treat conditions such as Angina and high blood pressure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and backache. Read more: Are there any questions or comments? ## is nifelat retard and carditas retard is the same as nifedipine ## when i take Nifedipine 20gm,i have headache .what can i do ? ## Nifelat Retard... I have been taking Nifelat retard with Hydrochlorothiazide for a month and side effect are more than the good effects. backache, joints pain, nausea and colds. Is this normal? ## I have been taking Nifelat Retard for the last 5 years and my ankles swell during the day - is there any relation to the drug and the swelling of the ankles? ## Alice ...

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My doctor has prescribed ISMO 20 for angina and I have been using one 20mg tab a day for the past 22 days. Since the beginning i have had pain in my left jaw and a portion near the left ear. I have pain while chewing from the left side. I also have pain in the left side of my neck about 2 to 3 inches behind the left ear causing my neck to become a bit stiff. In the initial stages the pain was somewhat more, but now it is tolerable and the medication lasts for 6 hrs. Pls advise. Another Dr. told me that it is a banned drug. Kindly confirm. ## Hello. I'm using it also but double the dose 3 times a day. My cardio doctor prescribed it to calm the heart down but I still have massive pains. It only helps for a short time. I have ischemic heart disease and 5 stents. ## I wish to know wheth...

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Dr put me on Diltiazm 24 hr er, . Heart rate was high & has be between 79 to 89 all the time. Sometimes I eat and it go to about 110 - 120 per min. I get up at night and go to bathroom and my heart rate gos fast. I also take Lisinopril-hctz blood pressure . will there be a problem with taking both at same time, an how long does it take for Diltiazem to work? ## It is normal for it to elevate after you eat and when you get up from resting, there's nothing unusual about that. They can both be taken at the same time, and are often prescribed together, to help lower high blood pressure as fast and as safely as possible. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. I actually can't remember when my...

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orange and white capsule with APO 015 ## hi. i have a little round sea foam pill that has an A with a line and 214 under the line.. what is this please? ## i would like to no excactilly what a round peach mylan 214 is it has o line on the other side pleaze help me ## Sounds like generic for cardizem 180 mg ## Yes, the capsule with the APO 015 on it is manufactured by Apotex Corp and they list it as being a a DiltXR tablet, which contains 180mgs of Diltiazem in an extended release formulation. It is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Angela, the tablet with the A 214 marking is manufactured by Actavis and they list...

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I would like to hear from anyone using this drug. How it helps you and the side effects. Thank you. ## I was just put on it today Shirl so I am looking to see how it works also ## I've been on it for several months, I have had no side effects. I even sleep a bit better. ## My Isosorbide prescription ran out and I am not sure if I should continue taking the meds? My heart evaluations were all pretty normal. How long should I take Isosorbide for? ## Is isosorbide mononitrate and cumin the same type of blood thinner? Can I switch from cumin to isosorbide mononitrate and stop cumin after fifteen years? ## I am having surgery. Should I take isosorbide dinitrate if my doctor said to stop taking meds that thin my blood? Is isosorbide a blood thinner?

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Hi. My wife has shortness of breath and chest pain and a cough that doesn't wanna go away. What can I do or who should I take her to? The doctor I took her to said she is a chronic patient. ## Hi Matthew. I can always give out great advice. Trust me on that. Take your wife immediately to the ER room. I am going through almost the same situation. But I have my five and a half year old granddaughter I cannot go. But I was just thinking about your wife. God bless. And good luck. ## I have chest pain when I am coughing and sneezing... Please tell me some medicine name that can provide relief. ## Can clonazepam cause shortness of breath and tightness in the chest

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Are there any side effects, such as weight loss? ## Nikoran contains the active ingredient Nicorandil, it is a vasodilator that is most commonly used to treat angina. Side effects may include: nausea, facial flushing, palpitations and mouth ulcers. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## I am taking Nikoran 5 mg B/D after angioplasty PTCA/RCA is it safe to continue or should I cosult Dr for change.I am taking since last 7 years ## i ab taking nikoran 5mg since the last 2 days after undergoing angiography previous day what is the effect of thi tablet my dosage is 1-0-1 any side effects? ## patient always sleeping/drowsy. Is it for Nikoran 5 ## I am taking Nikoran 5 mg B/D after angiography is it safe to continue or should I cosult Dr for change.I am taking since last on...

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I am supposed to start taking Ranexa for diffuse CAD. Intermittent angina. I take trazodone at night to help me sleep. The two drugs are incompatible. Do you know of medication for sleep that is compatible with Ranexa? Thanks for any help. ## Hello, Donna! How are you? Drugs in the benzodiazepine class, such as Xanax are not listed as having interactions with the Ranexa, Ambien is also listed as being safe, but only your doctor can decide what's safe for you. The FDA warns that medications, such as Xanax, carry the risk of being habit forming and could cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and irritability. Ambien can also cause some annoying side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, sleep actions and hallucinations. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I have...

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A friend said that it is something new.red liquid drops you put on your tongue when having a heart attack,instead of the tablets.they also have a longer expiration date than the tablets ## The drops are probably a new form of the more traditional treatment. Here is some additional info about how nitroglycerin work in the event of a heart attack. Nitroglycerin is a chemical that opens up (dilates) arteries and veins and increases blood flow to the heart. During heart attack, Nitroglycerin can be placed under the tongue, where it quickly dissolves and is absorbed into the bloodstream. Nitroglycerin also can be administered via continuous intravenous (IV) infusion; applied to the skin in cream or patch form, where it is slowly absorbed; or administered as short- or long-acting nitrate pill...

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For lack of funds I was without my isosorb mono er 30mg tab WES for five days. I started taken it again and after two days of horrible headaches realized must be my meds. My question is can I cut them in half so my system can more slowly get used to the Isosorb again? ## Hello, Based on my research, Splitting tablets (if split unevenly) may effect the designed release profile significantly enough to where it may cause health problems. The way certain tablets (especially coated and controlled release tablets) are broken down and absorbed in the body can change when they are split. This can potentially decrease positive effects and increase negative effects associated with the medication. Tablets that are safe to split normally have a score line or breakage line. Are there any breakage li...

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Can't afford to buy Cartia XT. I will be on meds for approximately 3 weeks before being able to purchase it again. What kind of problems could I end up having? I've been taking this medication since 2012 daily. ## Hello, Buck! How are you? It could be dangerous, stopping suddenly and not replacing it with anything may result in rebound high blood pressure and elevated heart rate, which could lead to heart attack, stroke or heart failure, as reported by the FDA. It would be better to contact your doctor and ask them if they can prescribe a cheaper alternative that you can take for a few weeks, or switch to permanently. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I take Cartia XT 120mgs, but after breakfast my blood pressure drops, so I have to stop taking the medication, but I fee...

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I have been taking Cartia XT for 3 months now. I want to go off of it completely now, but don't know how? Originally, I was told to take it for 90 days. ## What condition was being treated? This medication is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. If you have such a condition, it may not be safe for you to stop taking it. ## Are you off cartia now? I'll be getting off mine too. I also take effexor as well. What are your side effects

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Hi. I'm waiting for hip surgery in November and I'm in a lot of pain, and I have high blood presser. Is it safe for me to take this medication (ardosons)? ## Can i take ardosons for my arthritis? The pills I currently take are: Tiazac xc for my heart, pradaxa for my irregular heartbeat, eltroxin and pantoprazolle... If not, what else can I take? ## I am suffering from spinal stenosis with arthritis in my lower back. Can I safely take ardosons to relieve the pain? ## Sorry to hear about your situation. I know it's been a while since you last posted, so I hope things have gotten better. Ardosons contains a combination of: Indomethacin (a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory) + Betamethasone (a steroid class medication) + Methocarbamol (a muscle relaxant) Based on the ingredients, I ...

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I took a 0.4 mg. Nitro prior to a 5 min. Extremely high intensity physical fitness test. Once I got to the last station I had burned out with no leg strength and completely exhausted to the point of feeling about to pass out and vomit. It took me 2:13 minutes to go through the first 4 stations. Over 3 minutes to complete the last station, which should only take about 45 seconds. I am out of shape but normally don’t have this happen. My blood pressure was about 148 systolic before taking nitro. I ran this “combat challenge “ about 5 minutes after the nitro. Do you think the nitro had a negative effect and caused the failure. I was also pale as a ghost. ## Has this medication been prescribed for you? And did your doctor tell you to take it before the fitness test? Do you...

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my sister aged 45 and 155cm height 63kg weight diagnosed high TSH level of 80 three weeks ago she is currently taking 100mcg thyronorm tablet daily 1 in the morning but after 3 weeks the symptoms are still there like subcutaneous edema of both legs and feet, restlessness, sleep apnea, severe abdominal pain, joint and muscle pain, severe fatigue, occasional chest pain, constipation etc, she is also a diabetic and have gastritis is 100mcg is correct dose for her high level tsh? please suggest the dosage. ## already I m putting thyronorm 100 mcg now m check t s h level is 10 . 16 how much thyronorm mcg daily doseage

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Is it for heart trouble? Is it for Angina? I am using it since one year. Is it O.K to use it daily? ## Did you possibly mean Ranozex? It contains the active ingredient Ranolazine, it is most commonly used to treat angina, but it may also be used to treat other cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including dizziness, headache, nausea, easy bruising, and hypotension. As to using it daily, it is always best to follow your doctor's instructions. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been told by my Neurologist that this drug Diltiazem cd can cause Parkinson like symptoms in a small group of people. Where can i find more info about this? ## Can somebody explain to me what the differences are between Diltiazem CD 180mg Cap(sule?) vs. Diltiazem HCL ER 180mg Cap(sule?). If I remember correctly, a pharmacist told me that the ER stood for extended release and that the CD type of the medication was quite different, but I'm not sure about that. TYIA. ## I'm sorry to post that to somebody's question. I don't know how to delete it but will post it as a different topic. Sorry for the duplicate post. ## As above-besides $40 what is difference between Diltiazem HCL er(cd) and Diltiazem cd(dilt cd) 180 mg daily dose ## All I can tell you is, I have taken C...

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