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Expert advice for Herdilan Tablet SR

Do not drive, operate machinery, or performing other hazardous activities while taking isoxsuprine as it may cause dizziness.
Also, rise slowly from a sitting or lying position to avoid falling.
Consult your doctor if you experience a rash or bothersome irregular heartbeats while taking isoxsuprine.
Consult your doctor before taking isoxsuprine if you have bleeding disorders, glaucoma, heart disease.
Take special precautions while taking isoxsuprine if you are >65 years; having surgery, including dental surgery; or if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Q. What is isoxsuprine hydrochloride?
Isoxsuprine is a vasodilator (causes widening of blood vessels). It also causes direct relaxation of uterine and vascular smooth muscle.

Q. What is Herdilan used for?
Herdilan is given orally for the treatment of peripheral vascular disease. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a narrowing of the arteries other than those that supply the heart or the brain. Peripheral artery disease most commonly affects the legs, but other arteries may also be involved. The classic symptom is leg pain when walking which resolves with rest, known as intermittent claudication. Other symptoms including skin ulcers, bluish skin, cold skin, or poor nail and hair growth may occur in the affected leg. The injectable form of Herdilan is used to arrest premature labor (labor starting before 37 weeks of pregnancy).

Q. Does Herdilan work?
Herdilan works if used for the right indication at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.

Q. How much does Herdilan cost?
The cost of Herdilan will vary according to the brand and the formulation. Please refer the pack of the medicine to know the cost.

Q. Is Herdilan safe in pregnancy?
Herdilan should be taken during pregnancy only if it is considered necessary to be used by your doctor.