Policy What should I tell my care team before I take this medication? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: Heart attack Heart disease Heart failure High blood
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Nifedipine ER (Procardia XL) can cause swelling (edema) in your feet, ankles, legs, or occasionally your hands and arms
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Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome study participant Brian Vastag (right) with study leader Avindra Nath Beth Mazur
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Extended-release nifedipine appears to be relatively well tolerated, particularly compared with other antihypertensives, because it does not cause depression of the central nervous system or orthostasis (Gavras et al 1987)
By blocking calcium, calcium channel blockers allow blood vessels to relax and open
Benzodiazepines are prescribed to treat anxiety and insomnia
Don't hesitate to tell your doctor if you notice mood changes or other unpleasant side effects after starting a new medication, says Dr
High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries
problems with memory
You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart beat
Occasionally, it's used to treat Raynaud's Nifedipine is given to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), or to help prevent angina chest pain
The major calcium channel blockers used in the United States include amlodipine, diltiazem, felodipine, isradipine, nicardipine, nifedipine, nimodipine, nisoldipine, and verapamil
When you’re resting enough, it can help your body acclimate to the medication more Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker in the dihydropyridine subclass
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This medicine may cause fluid retention
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
Nifedipine is a medication that is used to treat high blood pressure and other cardiovascular conditions