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Using calcium-channel blockers during breastfeeding
2 June 2023Nifedipine and verapamil are the CCBs of choice. Recommendations apply to full term and health infant only.
Managing peripheral oedema caused by calcium channel blockers
26 September 2022All calcium channel blockers may cause peripheral oedema. There are different treatment options and the incidence can be affected by different factors.
Example medicines to prescribe by brand name in primary care
27 March 2022Prescribe certain medicines by brand to ensure supply of the same product. Examples are grouped by therapeutic area. The list of products is not exhaustive.
Refrigerated Storage
AnotopCPM Germany
CPM Germany
Anotop
Cream 2%
In the event of an inadvertent temperature excursion the following data may be used:
Anotop cream can be stored between 8 to 25°C when in use for up to 4 weeks.
Reduce expiry date to 4 weeks. The new expiry date should not exceed the labelled shelf life of the product.
Yes
12 October 2021
London MI Service
Medicine Compliance Aid Stability
TildiemSanofi
Sanofi
Tildiem
Tablets m/r 60mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Should be stored in airtight container. Protect from light
15 November 2022
Adizem SRNapp Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Napp Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Adizem SR
Capsules m/r 90mg, 120mg, 180mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Store in airtight container. Protect from light
15 November 2022
Adizem XLNapp Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Napp Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Adizem XL
Capsules m/r 120mg, 180mg, 240mg, 300mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Store in airtight container. Protect from light
15 November 2022
Angitil SREthypharm
Ethypharm
Angitil SR
Capsules m/r 90mg, 120mg, 180mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Should be stored in airtight container. Protect from light.
15 November 2022
Angitil XLEthypharm
Ethypharm
Angitil XL
Capsules m/r 240mg, 300mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Store in airtight container. Protect from light
15 November 2022
Dilzem XLCephalon UK Ltd
Cephalon UK Ltd
Dilzem XL
Capsules m/r 120mg, 180mg, 240mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Protect from moisture
Should be stored in airtight, light-resistant containers. Excessive humidity should be avoided.
25 October 2022
SlozemZentiva
Zentiva
Slozem
Capsules m/r 120mg, 180mg, 240mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Store in airtight container. Protect from light
15 November 2022
Tildiem LASanofi
Sanofi
Tildiem LA
Capsules m/r 200mg, 300mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Store in airtight container. Protect from light
15 November 2022
Tildiem RetardSanofi
Sanofi
Tildiem Retard
Tablets m/r 90mg, 120mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Store in airtight container. Protect from light
15 November 2022
Viazem XLThornton & Ross
Thornton & Ross
Viazem XL
Capsules m/r 120mg, 180mg, 240mg, 300mg, 360mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Protect from moisture
Should be stored in airtight, light-resistant containers. Excessive humidity should be avoided.
15 November 2022
ZemtardGalen Ltd
Galen Ltd
Zemtard
Capsules m/r 120mg, 180mg, 240mg, 300mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Protect from moisture
Should be stored in airtight, light-resistant containers. Excessive humidity should be avoided.
7 November 2022
Dilcardia SRGenerics UK Ltd
Generics UK Ltd
Dilcardia SR
Capsules m/r 60mg, 90mg, 120mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Protect from moisture
Should be stored in airtight, light-resistant containers. Excessive humidity should be avoided.
25 October 2022
Lactation Safety Information
Oral
Oral
Nifedipine; Verapamil
Very limited published evidence of safety
Small amounts in breast milk
Monitor infant for adverse effects
16 January 2017
Rectal
Rectal
Glyceryl trinitrate - rectal
Unlicensed in the UK
Low levels anticipated in milk due to the drug’s properties
No published evidence of safety
11 July 2016