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Nifedipine

Antihypertensive

Uses of Nifedipine

Nifedipine helps treat Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Heart attack, and Stroke.

Side effects of Nifedipine

Dizziness
Fatigue
Flushing
Headache
Peripheral Oedema

How Nifedipine works

Nifedipine falls under the dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker category. It acts on the L-type calcium channels of blood vessels by inhibiting the influx of calcium and regulating the contraction of blood vessels, therefore lowering blood pressure and enhancing the heart's ability to pump blood throughout the body.

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Expert Advice

You should notify your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or already breastfeeding.

Take Nifedipine daily at the same time to help you remember.

Taking Nifedipine for the first time may cause your blood pressure to decrease suddenly. If you've been sitting or lying down, get up carefully to reduce your risk of feeling sleepy or dropping out.

Nifedipine reduces the heart rate and relaxes the blood arteries, effectively lowering blood pressure.

Nifedipine is effective in lowering the risk of cardiac problems including angina (chest discomfort due to heart disease), certain irregular heart rhythms, stroke, and heart attack.

While using Nifedipine, it is recommended to avoid alcohol consumption because it could increase your side effects.

Nifedipine can cause swelling of the ankles or feet. Keeping your legs slightly raised while sitting can help to minimise the swelling. Consult your doctor if the symptom continues.

Do not stop taking Nifedipine all of a sudden without first consulting your doctor.

Nifedipine may cause drowsiness. Do not operate a motor vehicle or perform any activity requiring mental focus unless you know how Nifedipine affects you.

Frequently asked questions

No, using it during pregnancy may not be safe. Although there is a lack of information in human research, there is evidence from animal studies that this is harmful to a fetus. Your doctor will consider the risks and benefits before a prescription is given. Please consult your physician.

Within 2 hours, you must experience the benefit of Nifedipine. <h2>3. Is it safe for breastfeeding mothers?</h2> <p>Yes, it's likely safe to take Nifedipine during breastfeeding. According to limited human studies, the medicine may not provide a significant risk to the unborn child.

Yes, it's likely safe to take Nifedipine in kidney disease patients. No modification to the dosage is recommended. If you have any problems, you should consult your doctor.

Yes, it may cause dizziness. While using Nifedipine, it is recommended that you should not drive or operate heavy machinery. Relaxing until you feel better if you are experiencing sleep or dizziness is suggested.

Yes, it should be used with precaution, specifically if you have a history of liver disorders or problems. Some patients may need a dosage modification of Nifedipine. If you have any problems, you should consult your doctor.

Do not use Nifedipine if you have an allergic reaction (hypersensitivity) to any of its components. Do not take Nifedipine if you take St. John's wort plant. Due to a possible interaction, Nifedipine may increase the chance of serious adverse effects. We recommend that you consult a doctor as soon as possible.

No, please do not stop taking Nifedipine without first consulting your doctor. Stopping it suddenly increases the chance of hypertension. You must take it for as long as your doctor prescribes.

It is not recommended to use any cancer (quinidine), epilepsy (phenytoin), tuberculosis (rifampicin), bacterial infections (erythromycin), high blood pressure (hypertension), schizophrenia (atypical antipsychotics), HIV (amprenavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir, amprenavir), insomnia (benzodiazepines), and (Phenobarbital). Before using any prescription or over-the-counter medications, you must consult your doctor.

No, it is unlikely to affect fertility in either men or women. However, there is currently insufficient evidence to justify any clear conclusion. Consult your doctor for the most accurate information.

No, avoid consuming alcohol while taking Nifedipine because it could increase dizziness and drowsiness.

Yes, palpitations are a possible negative effect of using Nifedipine. However, as long as you keep up with the therapy, this normally goes away without being a problem. Consult your doctor if the symptom lasts a long time for advice on how to prevent it.

No, it has no effect on blood sugar levels. It has been shown that Nifedipine has no effects on insulin secretion or blood glucose levels.

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