predominant Corlanor Generic Name: Ivabradine (eye VAB ra deen) Brand Name: Corlanor Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings User Reviews Support Group Q & A Pricing & Coupons Uses of Corlanor: It is used in certain patients with heart failure to lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure that gets worse. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor. Slideshow Women's Health: Separating Fact From Fiction What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Corlanor? If you have an allergy to Corlanor (ivabradine) or any part of this medicine. If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have any of these health problems: Liver problems, low blood pressure, or slow heartbeat. If you have heart failure (weak heart) that is very bad or gets worse. If you have any of these health problems: Certain types of abnormal heartbeats (heart block, sick sinus syndrome) without a working pacemaker. If you have a defibrillator or pacemaker. If you are taking any of these drugs: Diltiazem or verapamil. If you are taking St. John's wort. Do not take St. John's wort with Corlanor. This medicine may not work as well. If you take any drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) that must not be taken with this medicine, like certain drugs that are used for HIV, infections, or depression. There are many drugs that must not be taken with Corlanor. Your doctor or pharmacist can tell you if you are taking a drug that must not be taken with this medicine. If you are breast-feeding. Do not breast-feed while you take Corlanor. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Corlanor with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Corlanor? Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Changes in eyesight may happen, including brightness caused by sudden changes in light. Use care when driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for clear eyesight. This includes driving at night. Talk with your doctor. Check blood pressure and heart rate as the doctor has told you. Talk with the doctor. You may need to have your heart checked before starting Corlanor and while taking it. This includes an ECG. Talk with your doctor. Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice. This medicine may cause harm to the unborn baby if you take it while you are pregnant. Use birth control that you can trust to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. If you are pregnant or you get pregnant while taking Corlanor, call your doctor right away. How is this medicine (Corlanor) best taken? Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Take with meals. To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses. Keep taking Corlanor (ivabradine) as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well. What do I do if I miss a dose? Skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of high or low blood pressure like very bad headache or dizziness, passing out, change in eyesight. Slow heartbeat. A heartbeat that does not feel normal. Chest pain or pressure. Shortness of breath. Feeling tired or weak. What are some other side effects of Corlanor? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if you have any side effects that bother you or do not go away. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Corlanor? Store at room temperature. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. This medicine comes with an extra patient fact sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it with care. Read it again each time this medicine is refilled. If you have any questions about Corlanor, please talk with the doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about Corlanor. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using Corlanor. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Corlanor (ivabradine) Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Drug Interactions Support Group Pricing & Coupons En Español 1 Review Add your own review/rating Drug class: miscellaneous cardiovascular agents Consumer resources Corlanor Corlanor (Advanced Reading) Professional resources Corlanor (AHFS Monograph) Corlanor (FDA) Related treatment guides Heart Failure Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only N Pregnancy Category Not classified N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug 2 years Approval History FDA approved 2015 Corlanor Rating 1 User Review 10 /10 1 User Review 10 Rate it! Manufacturer Amgen Inc. 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