Procoralan (Ivabradine) is used to treat the symptoms of long-term stable angina (pain to the chest, jaw, and back brought on by physical effort). Procoralan is also used to treat heart failure. It is used to help prevent heart failure from worsening and to avoid being hospitalized. Procoralan is also used by children who have heart failure due to an enlarged heart. Heart failure is a condition where your heart lacks the ability to pump blood as well as it normally should. Ivabradine belongs to a class of medications called hyperpolarization-activated cyclic nucleotide-gated (HCN) channel blockers. This medication works by slowing the heart rate so the heart can pump more blood through the body with each beat.
Manufacturer Information
Canadian Pharmacy King currently offers the brand Procoralan from Canada (Lancora) and Turkey (Coralan) by Servier. The generic Ivabradine comes from India also called Ivabid by Abbott.
Common side effects of Procoralan may include dizziness; tiredness; increased brightness in vision; seeing halos or colored bright lights; vision changes; high blood pressure.
Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any serious side effects such as:
• Fainting, severe headache, blurred vision, pounding in your neck and ears, chest tightness;
• Lack of energy, tiredness;
• Rash/itching/swelling of the face, tongue throat;
• Severe dizziness, trouble breathing;
• Slow/fast/irregular heartbeat, pounding heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, shortness of breath
This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Contact your doctor immediately if any of these side effects worsen or persist.
Before you start taking this medication, inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to Ivabradine or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients that can cause allergic reactions or other problems. You should also discuss your medical history with your doctor or pharmacist prior to consuming this medication. Tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure, liver problems, other heart problems such as sick sinus syndrome, heart block, or slow, fast, or irregular heartbeats. Taking other medications at the same time as taking Procoralan can affect how this medication works, or it can increase your risk of side effects. Some medications that can affect the removal of Procoralan from your body are azole antifungals, macrolide antibiotics, diltiazem, HIV protease inhibitors, and nefazodone. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medications you are currently taking including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements and vitamins. This medication may make you dizzy, do not drive or participate in any activity that requires awareness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Procoralan is not recommended for use during pregnancy because it may harm an unborn baby. Talk to your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
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Can I drink alcohol while taking Ivabradine?
Both alcohol and Ivabradine reduces the heart rate and blood pressure. Drinking alcohol is not recommended as it may cause unwanted side effects.
Can I eat grapefruit or consume grapefruit products while I am taking Ivabradine?
You should not consume grapefruit or grapefruit juice while you are taking Ivabradine. Grapefruit juice can significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Ivabradine which may result in excessive slowing of heart rate.