Inramed 5 Tablet
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Product introduction
Inramed 5 Tablet is used to treat low blood pressure (hypotension). It is used in patients who experience dizziness due to low blood pressure while standing up suddenly from a sitting or lying position. This medicine causes tightening of blood vessels and results in an elevation of your blood pressure.
Inramed 5 Tablet can be taken with or without food. This medicine is taken during daytime hours when people stand most often. However, it should not be taken if you are going to lie down for a long time after a dose. Headache, blurred vision, nausea, heartburn and difficulty in urination may be seen as side effects in some patients.
Uses of Inramed Tablet
- Treatment of Low blood pressure
Benefits of Inramed Tablet
In Treatment of Low blood pressure
Inramed 5 Tablet is used in adults to relieve low blood pressure, which may occur due to a sudden change in posture from lying to sitting or standing up (orthostatic hypotension), during an operation, or after an injury. This medicine helps bring the blood pressure within the normal range. It therefore prevents any sudden fall or even serious complications that might have otherwise followed due to low blood pressure.
Side effects of Inramed Tablet
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
Common side effects of Inramed
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Headache
- Nausea
- Rash
- Difficulty in urination
- Supine hypertension
- Urinary retention
- Goosebumps
How to use Inramed 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. Inramed 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Inramed Tablet works
Inramed 5 Tablet is an alpha-adrenergic agonist. It works by activating specific receptors on blood vessels. This causes the blood vessels to tighten, which increases blood pressure.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Inramed 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Inramed 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Inramed 5 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Inramed 5 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Inramed 5 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Inramed 5 Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Inramed Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Inramed 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.
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Quick tips
- Take Inramed 5 Tablet at least 4 hours before bedtime to avoid the risk of high blood pressure at night time.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of prostate disorder or blood circulation problems.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms of chest pain, palpitations, headache, shortness of breath, and blurred vision.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Ethanolamine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Alpha-1 adrenoreceptor agonists
Interaction with drugs
Taking Inramed with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure frequently.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of a dangerous spike in blood pressure.
Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your liver function. Midodrine may raise blood levels of the active form of Risperidone.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure frequently.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of a dangerous spike in blood pressure.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Does Inramed 5 Tablet raise blood pressure?
Yes, Inramed 5 Tablet may cause high blood pressure when you are lying flat on your back (supine hypertension). This medicine should only be used by people whose low blood pressure affects their day-to-day lives and in people who cannot be treated successfully with other therapies.
Does Inramed 5 Tablet affect heart rate?
Inramed 5 Tablet may slow down the heart rate slightly. It should be used cautiously when used with other medicines (beta blockers, digitalis, etc.), which can further slow down the heart rate. Patients should be monitored if they experience symptoms that are suggestive of a slow heart rate.
Why can't I lie down after taking Inramed 5 Tablet?
You should not lie down immediately after taking Inramed 5 Tablet because of the risk of supine hypertension (high blood pressure, which occurs when you are lying flat on your back). Therefore, it is recommended to take the last daily dose at least 4 hours before bedtime. To lower the chance of high blood pressure while lying down at night, try keeping your head raised.
Does Inramed 5 Tablet work immediately?
Inramed 5 Tablet takes about 1 hour to show its effects. However, the action lasts for a short time only, the effect persists for about 2-3 hours.
How do I take Inramed 5 Tablet?
Inramed 5 Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor. Inramed 5 Tablet is taken orally with or without food. Swallow Inramed 5 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Usually, it is advised to take the medicine three times a day [morning, midday, and late afternoon (before 6 pm)] with a gap of at least 3 hours. Take the last daily dose of Inramed 5 Tablet before an evening meal and at least 4 hours before bedtime.
Who should not take Inramed 5 Tablet?
Inramed 5 Tablet is not advised for patients having an allergy to any component of the product, severe heart disease, unusually slow heart rate, high blood pressure, or conditions causing tightening of the arteries. Along with that, treatment with Inramed 5 Tablet should be avoided if the patient has an enlarged prostate gland, urinary retention (when the bladder can’t empty properly), pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal medulla), acute or severe kidney disease, overactive thyroid, poor vision as a result of diabetes, and narrow-angle glaucoma (elevated pressure in the eye).
Is any monitoring required during Inramed 5 Tablet treatment?
You may need to check your blood pressure and get your kidney and liver function tests done before you start taking Inramed 5 Tablet. Once you begin the treatment, keep a constant track of your blood pressure and heart rate, especially after lying down.
How will I know that I have developed supine hypertension?
Symptoms of supine hypertension include chest pain, palpitations, shortness of breath, headache, and blurred vision. If you develop these symptoms, tell your doctor immediately. The doctor may reduce the dose of Inramed 5 Tablet or may discontinue treatment if the symptoms persist.
Can I take metoprolol with Inramed 5 Tablet?
Using Inramed 5 Tablet and metoprolol together can make your heart rate considerably slow. Hence, you need to be careful while using both together. If you experience slow pulse, dizziness, and fainting, inform your doctor as the dose of these medicines may need to be modified.
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Expires on or after: January, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Inramed 5 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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