Product Introduction:
Ivabeat 5 Mg Tablet is a heart rate-lowering medication that contains Ivabradine. It is primarily used in patients with chronic heart failure and stable angina (chest pain) who have a normal sinus rhythm. Ivabradine works by selectively inhibiting the “funny” (If) current in the sinoatrial node, thereby reducing the heart rate without affecting blood pressure or myocardial contractility.
Uses:
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Chronic heart failure (with reduced ejection fraction)
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Stable angina (chronic chest pain due to coronary artery disease)
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In patients intolerant to or inadequately controlled with beta-blockers
Benefits:
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Reduces heart rate without lowering blood pressure
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Improves exercise tolerance
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Decreases frequency and severity of angina attacks
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Enhances heart function in chronic heart failure
Composition:
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Ivabradine 5 mg
Side Effects:
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Bradycardia (slow heart rate)
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Luminous phenomena (brief flashes of light in vision)
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Dizziness
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Fatigue
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Irregular heart rhythm (rare)
Safety Advice:
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Take with food, usually twice daily
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Regularly monitor heart rate and ECG
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Avoid grapefruit juice (may increase Ivabradine levels)
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Not recommended in patients with severe liver impairment, low resting heart rate, or acute heart failure
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Use with caution in pregnancy and breastfeeding; consult doctor
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Inform your doctor about all medications, especially heart or antiarrhythmic drugs
