Question 1

what are the differences in side effects with amlodipine & nifidipine. ?

Accepted Answer

Similar side effects: Not uncommon side effects of both medications include mild ankle/leg swelling, some flushing and some experience their heart beating faster. More unusual would be a sensation of tingling and pins and needles in the feet. Most side effects tend to occur at higher doses of the medications.

Question 2

if i have a side effect with amlodipine, could i have the same reaction with nifidipine?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: Side effects with amlodipine and nifedipine are very similar so it is possible to experience the same side effects with either drug.....but not a guarantee.

Question 3

can i buy  nifedipinne pills  over the counter

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Accepted Answer

No: Nifedipine is a medication used to treat high blood pressure. There are many different medications and combinations of medications that can be used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). A prescription is needed, and the doctor will follow along in order to get one on the best dosage of the proper medication(s). Lifestyle treatments (diet, exercise) are also important.

Question 4

what is a good alternative to taking niefidipine for high bold pressure?

Accepted Answer

: There are many alternatives. The agent chosen depends on many factors including other medical comorbidities, desire for fertility, allergies, etc. Please speak with a doctor virtually or in person to discuss more.

Question 5

what does nimotop (nimodipine) do?

Accepted Answer

Nimotop (nimodipine): Nimotop (nimodipine) or nimotidine is a class of calcium channel blocker originally intended for use in hypertension. Now it is exclusively used to prevent vasospasm after a subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Question 6

what type of anesthetic should not be used when a patient is taking niphidipine medication   ??

Accepted Answer

Hi Mike!: Many different pharmaceuticals are used in anesthesia &amp; it would take a book to answer this seemingly simple question.  Your anesthesiologist knows which ones s'he uses and can avoid those that might interact with calcium channel blockers like nifedipine.  So as long as s'he knows that you're taking nifedipine (and which form) and you take the last dose when advised, you'll be okay.

Question 7

what is nifedipine?

Accepted Answer

Ca channel blocker: It's primarily used to treat high blood pressure and also the chest pain in patients with angina.

Question 8

has anyone ever taken adalat (nifedipine)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This is a brand name for Nifedipine which is a calcium channel blocker.

Question 9

nimodipine - can it cause a flush feeling?

Accepted Answer

Nimodipine: Is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure. Side effects include itching, sweating, neurologic problems, GI problems. I am not aware of flush feeling as side-effect, unless it is related to your blood pressure changes.

Question 10

please describe the medication: nifedipine?

Accepted Answer

CCB: This is a blood pressure medication in the class of calcium channel blockers which results in lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels through blocking calcium mediated constriction. This certain CCB does not typically affect the heart rate as Diltiazem or verapamil can.

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