ISRADIPINE (iz RA di peen) is a calcium channel blocker. It relaxes your blood vessels and decreases the amount of work the heart has to do. It treats high blood pressure.

ISRADIPINE Lifestyle Interactions

  • Isradipine 2.5mg, Oral capsule

    • Interaction: Grapefruit juice
    • Severity: Major
    • Notes for Consumers: Grapefruit juice and grapefruit-containing foods may increase the effects of Isradipine. Do not significantly increase grapefruit juice intake while taking this drug, or avoid grapefruit juice if possible. If the blood pressure drops too low while taking this medicine, you may become dizzy or feel faint; do not stand or sit up too quickly. Contact your prescriber if you have dizziness which does not go away while taking this medicine. If you notice new or increased swelling of your legs or ankles, tell your health care provider.
    • Notes for Professionals: Grapefruit juice contains compounds that inhibit the cytochrome P-450 CYP3A4 isozyme in the gut wall. Although data are not available for isradipine, grapefruit juice can increase the serum concentrations and oral bioavailability of most calcium-channel blockers. It is generally recommended to avoid grapefruit juice ingestion during calcium-channel blocker therapy.

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