Nifedipine - Angina
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Status 1
Green
Formulations :
- Modified release tablets
Formulary Status :
Restrictions / Comments :
Important
Tensipine MR (Twice daily) and Adipine XL (once daily) are the preferred tablet brands.
Documentation
PAD Profile
ChemicalSubstance :
Nifedipine
Indication :
Angina
Group Name :
Keywords :
Branded prescribing, prescribing by brand, branded generics
Brand Names Include :
Adalat retard, Adalat LA, Adipine MR, Adipine XL, Coracten SR, Coracten XL, Nifedipress MR, Tensipin
Important Information :
Prescribe by BRAND.
Latest Additions Date From :
Latest Additions Date To :
Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
1
Traffic Light Entries :
2
Other Indications
Below are listed other indications that Nifedipine is used to treat.
Other Drugs
Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Angina.
Committee Recommendations (1)
It is recommended that slow-release and longer-acting nifedipine products are prescribed by brand.
The preferred brands for use in primary care have been updated following the discontinuation of Adipine MR in August 2024.
The recommendations are now:
TWICE DAILY
- Coracten SR capsules OR
- Tensipine MR for patients preferring a tablet
ONCE DAILY
- Coracten XL capsules OR
- Adipine XL for patients preferring a tablet