Dynacirc is a blood pressure medication that is available by prescription. This eMedTV page describes how Dynacirc works to lower blood pressure, lists possible side effects that may occur with treatment, and offers dosing information for the drug.
Common Dynacirc side effects may include nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. This page from the eMedTV Web site also lists rare but possible side effects of the drug, as well as potentially serious problems that may require immediate medical attention.
In clinical studies, dry mouth was reported as a rare side effect of Dynacirc (isradipine). This segment of the eMedTV library contains more information on Dynacirc and dry mouth, and includes a list of helpful tips that may provide relief.
Dynacirc is primarily used for controlling high blood pressure in adults. This article from the eMedTV Web site explains how the prescription medicine works to lower blood pressure and discusses possible off-label Dynacirc uses.
Impotence appears to be a rare but possible side effect of Dynacirc (isradipine). This eMedTV resource provides a more in-depth look at Dynacirc and impotence, and explains what you should do if impotence occurs during high blood pressure treatment.
The maximum Dynacirc dosage for high blood pressure control is 5 mg once daily. As this part of the eMedTV Web site explains, Dynacirc dosing usually starts at 2.5 mg twice daily, but the dosage can be increased or decreased as needed.
Cimetidine, imatinib, and nefazodone are medications that may cause drug interactions with Dynacirc. This eMedTV page provides a more complete list of medicines that can cause negative Dynacirc drug interactions and describes the possible effects.
Dynacirc may cause low blood pressure in some people. This eMedTV Web page explains what other side effects or complications may occur with the use of Dynacirc. Warnings and precautions on who should not take the drug are also included.
Lightheadedness, dizziness, and fainting are some of the possible signs of a Dynacirc overdose. This eMedTV Web page describes other possible effects of a Dynacirc (isradipine) overdose and lists the various treatment options that are available.
At this time, the full risks of using Dynacirc (isradipine) during pregnancy are not known. This eMedTV article further discusses Dynacirc and pregnancy, and describes the problems that occurred when the drug was given to pregnant rats and rabbits.
Breastfeeding women are generally advised to avoid taking Dynacirc (isradipine). As this eMedTV segment explains, since no studies have been conducted on Dynacirc and breastfeeding, it is not known if the drug passes through breast milk.
Brand-name Dynacirc is no longer being made, but generic Dynacirc products are available. This page from the eMedTV Web site lists the strengths available for generic Dynacirc and explains which drug companies manufacture the products.
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