Ivagard-5 Tablet is a heart medicine suggested to treat symptomatic stable angina pectoris and chronic heart failure. Ivagard-5 Tablet comes under the hyperpolarization-activated cyclic nucleotide-gated (HCN) channel blockers that slow the heart rate by a few beats per minute so that the heart can pump more oxygenated blood according to the need of the body. Ivagard-5 Tablet is responsible for reducing oxygen requirement in conditions where the angina attack may happen. In this way, this medicine controls and reduces the number of angina attacks. Additionally, a high rate could affect the functioning of the heart and may cause serious consequences in patients dealing with chronic heart failure. By reducing the heart rate, this medicine improves the heart's functioning and helps improve chronic heart failure.

FAQs

How does Ivagard-5 Tablet work?

Ivagard-5 Tablet contains Ivabradine, and it works by reducing the heart rate by a few beats per minute. In this way, it lowers the heart's requirement for oxygen, especially in situations where an angina attack can happen. All of this action control or reduce the chances of more angina attacks.

Is the intake of birth control is allowed while taking Ivagard-5 Tablet ?

Yes, a woman should always take every measure, including a birth control pill to prevent pregnancy while taking Ivagard-5 Tablet as this medicine can harm an unborn baby.

Is Ivagard-5 Tablet appropriate for use in patients suffering from cardiogenic shock?

No, Ivagard-5 Tablet should not be used in those who are suffering from cardiogenic shock (a potentially fatal condition in which your heart suddenly cannot pump enough blood to fulfil your body's needs).

Does Ivagard-5 Tablet slow heart rate?

Reducing heart rate is required in patients dealing with angina and heart failure. When the heart rate gets reduced, the heart can pump more amount of blood into the whole body without affecting the heart's contraction and relaxation.

How to stop taking Ivagard-5 Tablet ?

A person is not allowed to stop their medication without asking the doctor as after checking the heart activity doctor may reduce the dose before directly stopping the drug. A balanced diet, rest, and exercise are important for good heart health, so the doctor may also suggest this before stopping the drug directly.

Is regular monitoring of heart is necessary while taking Ivagard-5 Tablet ?

Yes, a person taking Ivagard-5 Tablet needs to be under strict doctor's guidance as checking the heart starts before the treatment and continues during the whole treatment to check the effects of the medicine. The checking of the heart is done with the help of an ECG.

I have a sick sinus syndrome, so can I take Ivagard-5 Tablet ?

No usage of Ivagard-5 Tablet is prohibited in persons dealing with sick sinus syndrome, significant hypotension, or third-degree AV block. If you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with your doctor.

Should a person taking Ivagard-5 Tablet can take grapefruit juice?

No, if a person is prescribed to take Ivagard-5 Tablet , they are strictly restricted from taking grapefruit juice as it may worsen their side effects.