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Compare Nimodipine vs. Sular

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Key takeaways

Nimodipine (Nymalize) and nisoldipine (Sular) are both calcium channel blockers (CCBs), but they are used for different conditions. Nimodipine is used to prevent brain damage after an aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage, while nisoldipine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Nimodipine is taken as an oral capsule or liquid every 4 hours for 3 weeks, while nisoldipine is taken as an oral tablet once daily. Both medications are available as a brand and a lower-cost generic. Nimodipine can cause low blood pressure and diarrhea, while nisoldipine can cause swelling in the legs, feet, or hands, and headaches. Both medications have a number of interactions, including with grapefruit juice. Nimodipine is used in a hospital setting at first.

  • Nimodipine (Nymalize)
    Nisoldipine (Sular)
  • Nimodipine (Nymalize)
    Nisoldipine (Sular)

  • Summary of Nimodipine vs. Sular

    Summary for Calcium channel blocker (CCB)
    Prescription only

    Nimodipine (Nymalize) is used to help prevent brain damage after an aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (a type of brain bleed). Your provider will typically start this medication in the hospital as soon as possible, but usually within 4 days of a subarachnoid hemorrhage. Nimodipine (Nymalize) is taken by mouth or given through a feeding tube every 4 hours for 3 weeks. Generic nimodipine comes as an oral capsule, while brand name Nymalize (nimodipine) comes as an oral liquid. The most common side effect of nimodipine (Nymalize) is low blood pressure, so your provider will check your blood pressure regularly while you're taking this medication.

    Summary for Calcium channel blocker (CCB)
    Prescription only

    Nisoldipine (Sular) is a type of blood pressure medication called a calcium channel blocker. It treats high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults. The extended-release tablets are taken by mouth once per day on an empty stomach. Some side effects include swelling in the arms or legs and headache. Nisoldipine (Sular) is available as a brand-name and generic medication.

  • Indications of Nimodipine vs. Sular

    Indications for
    •Prevention of brain damage after a type of brain bleed called an aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH)
    Indications for
    •High blood pressure (hypertension)

  • Pros and Cons of Nimodipine vs. Sular

    Pros and Const for Calcium channel blocker (CCB)
    Pros
    •Prevents worsening of brain function after brain bleed
    •Available in liquid form if you can't swallow the capsule
    •Treatment typically lasts 3 weeks
    •Low risk of serious side effects
    Cons
    •Can interact with some common medications and supplements
    •Needs to be taken every 4 hours
    •Needs to be taken on an empty stomach
    •Can lower blood pressure and cause dizziness
    Pros and Const for Calcium channel blocker (CCB)
    Pros
    •Taken by mouth once daily
    •Can take together with other blood pressure medications
    Cons
    •Can cause headache and swelling in the legs and feet
    •Interacts with grapefruit and many other medications, such as amiodarone (Pacerone) and ketoconazole

  • Common Side Effects of Nimodipine vs. Sular

    Common Side Effects for
    •Low blood pressure (4%)
    •Diarrhea (2%)
    •Rash (2%)
    •Stomach irritation (2%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Swelling in the legs, feet, or hands (22%)
    •Headache (22%)

  • Warnings of Nimodipine vs. Sular

    Common Side Effects for
    •Take by mouth only
    •Low blood pressure
    •Medication interactions
    Common Side Effects for
    •Severely low blood pressure
    •Risk of heart attack and chest pain
    •Allergic reaction

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