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BiDil Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

BiDil Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

Isosorbide dinitrate Structural Formula Illustration

BiDil (isosorbide dinitrate and hydralazine hcl) is indicated for the treatment of heart failure as an adjunct to standard therapy in self-identified black patients to improve survival,to prolong time to hospitalization for heart failure,and to improve patient-reported functional status.There is little experience in patients with NYHA class IV heart failure.Most patients in the clinical trial supporting effectiveness (A-HeFT) received a loop diuretic, an angiotensin con-verting enzyme inhibitor or an angiotensin II receptor blocker,and a beta blocker, and many also received a cardiac glyco...

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

BiDil Patient Information: Side Effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking hydralazine and isosorbide dinitrate and seek emergency medical attention:

  • an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
  • blurred vision and dry mouth;
  • irregular heartbeat; or
  • blood in your urine or stools;
  • numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness of your arms or legs;
  • fainting.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. If you experience an...

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

BiDil Consumer Information: Uses

This medication contains 2 drugs (hydralazine and isosorbide dinitrate) and is used with other medications to treat heart failure. Both drugs are known as vasodilators. They work by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth, usually 3 times daily or as directed by your doctor.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Your doctor may start you at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.

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What is BiDil Consumer Information?

Warnings - Uses - How to Use - Side Effects - Precautions - Drug Interactions and More

BiDil - User Reviews

BiDil User Reviews

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Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration

 

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