Ivamac 5 Tablet

Ivamac 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains ivabradine 5 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the anti-anginal group of medicines and is used to help lower a fast heart rate in adults with certain heart conditions, especially chronic stable angina and some cases of heart failure when prescribed. Ivamac 5 Tablet is taken by mouth as a standard tablet and should be used only when a clinician has decided it is appropriate for you.

How it works: Ivabradine in Ivamac 5 Tablet works by slowing the heart rate through action on the sinoatrial node, the heart’s natural pacemaker. By reducing how fast the heart beats, this tablet can lower the heart’s oxygen demand and may help reduce chest pain symptoms in selected patients.

Ivamac 5 Tablet is the 5 mg tablet strength, which is a common adult dose but still higher than the usual starting dose used for many people. Because this is a whole-tablet oral form, a doctor may choose Ivamac 5 Tablet when a lower dose is no longer enough or when the patient’s heart rate and symptoms suggest they can safely move to this strength.

• Chronic stable angina
• Heart rate reduction when prescribed by a doctor
• Certain heart failure patients, if specifically directed
• Symptom control in adults with a fast resting heart rate

• Swallow Ivamac 5 Tablet whole with water; do not chew or crush it.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, usually with food to help consistent absorption.
• Take it at the same times each day to keep heart rate control steady.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose; ask your doctor or pharmacist what to do.
• Do not stop Ivamac 5 Tablet suddenly unless your prescriber tells you to.
• If you feel dizzy or weak after taking it, sit or lie down until it passes.

Each Ivamac 5 Tablet contains ivabradine 5 mg. The dose may be taken once or twice daily depending on the condition being treated and your doctor’s plan, with a usual maximum of 15 mg per day in most adults. Your prescriber chooses the exact schedule based on your resting heart rate, symptoms, age, and other medicines.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Ivabradine may include:

• Slow heart rate (bradycardia), which may be more noticeable at this 5 mg strength
• Flashing lights or brief visual brightness changes
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Fatigue or tiredness
• Nausea

• Ivamac 5 Tablet is not for self-treatment of chest pain; use only under medical supervision.
• Tell your doctor if you already have a low resting heart rate, heart block, or an irregular heartbeat.
• Use caution when standing up quickly because dizziness or fainting can happen.
• Do not use if you are pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding unless your prescriber specifically approves it.
• Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice unless your doctor says it is okay, because they can raise ivabradine levels.
• Do not combine with medicines that also slow the heart rate unless your clinician is monitoring you.
• Be careful with driving or operating machinery until you know how Ivamac 5 Tablet affects your vision and alertness.

• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as clarithromycin, ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, and some HIV medicines
• Heart-rate-lowering drugs such as beta blockers, diltiazem, and verapamil
• Grapefruit products
• Other anti-anginal or blood pressure medicines that may add to dizziness or slow the pulse

Store Ivamac 5 Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.