Serious side effects Other side effects Professional info Applies to nifedipine: oral capsule liquid filled, oral tablet extended release
(Though, some experts recommend a lower nifedipine IR dosage of 40 to 180 mg per day, in divided
Tips Response/effectiveness Interactions 1
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker in the dihydropyridine subclass
High blood pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker
In the meantime, try the following tips to ease your symptoms: Rewarm the skin slowly and gently, without massaging, rubbing or applying direct heat
This relaxes the blood vessels, lowers blood pressure, and increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its workload
26% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 56% reported a negative effect
nifedipine ER
High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries
21% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 58% reported a negative experience
, 2019
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription
Taking large amounts of calcium with thiazide diuretics — such as chlorothiazide (Diuril), hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) and indapamide — can Nifedipine is available in pill form for other indications (eg, to treat high blood pressure) but is best used for fissure treatment when compounded into a topical treatment and applied directly to the perianal skin
High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries
When the blood pressure is lowered, the amount of blood and oxygen that go to the heart is increased
Less commonly, other organs such as the brain, heart or lungs also may be affected
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