Ivanode 5 Tablet

Ivanode 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains ivabradine 5 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the anti-anginal class, which means it is used to help reduce the symptoms of stable angina by lowering the heart rate. Ivanode 5 Tablet is not a cure for coronary artery disease, but it may help make chest pain episodes less frequent and improve exercise tolerance when used as directed by a doctor.

How it works: Ivabradine in Ivanode 5 Tablet works by slowing the electrical activity that controls the heart rate, so the heart beats more slowly. A lower heart rate can reduce how hard the heart has to work, which may help lessen angina symptoms.

Ivanode 5 Tablet is a 5 mg strength, which is a commonly used tablet strength for people whose doctor has already decided ivabradine is appropriate. Because it is stronger than lower-strength starting options, it may be chosen when a prescriber wants a standard maintenance dose or needs a dose adjustment based on response and heart rate. This tablet form makes it easy to swallow and gives a precise dose each time.

• Stable angina pectoris
• Heart-rate reduction when prescribed by a doctor
• Symptom control in adults with coronary artery disease
• Improving exercise tolerance in selected patients

• Swallow Ivanode 5 Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew it unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• Take it exactly at the time and frequency your doctor prescribes, usually with food or after a meal if instructed.
• Try to take each dose at the same times every day to keep a steady effect.
• Do not take extra tablets if you miss a dose; follow your prescriber or pharmacist’s instructions for missed doses.
• If you feel dizzy or notice a very slow pulse after taking Ivanode 5 Tablet, contact your doctor promptly.
• Keep the tablet in its original strip/box until use to protect it from moisture.

Each Ivanode 5 Tablet provides ivabradine 5 mg per tablet. The dose may be taken once or twice daily depending on the condition being treated and how your heart rate responds, but the exact schedule is decided by your doctor. Do not exceed the maximum daily amount your prescriber recommends; dosing is individualized and should not be changed on your own.

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

Common side effects of Ivabradine may include:

• Slow heart rate
• Flashing lights or brief bright visual changes
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Nausea

• Use caution if you already have a low resting heart rate, conduction problems, or a history of fainting.
• Do not use Ivanode 5 Tablet if your doctor has told you to avoid ivabradine because of certain heart rhythm disorders.
• Tell your doctor if you take other medicines that slow the heart rate, because the effect may be too strong.
• Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice unless your prescriber says it is okay.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
• Use caution when driving at night or in situations where brief visual brightness could be a problem.
• Alcohol may worsen dizziness or lightheadedness in some people.

• Beta-blockers such as metoprolol or atenolol
• Certain calcium channel blockers such as verapamil or diltiazem
• Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole, clarithromycin, or ritonavir
• Strong CYP3A4 inducers such as rifampin, carbamazepine, or phenytoin
• Other medicines that slow the heartbeat

Store Ivanode 5 Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.