A 38-year-old member asked:
How are nifedipine, and felodipine different?
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Dr. Gavin Nobleanswered
Cardiology 23 years experience
Very similar: Both are blood pressure medications in the same class. They lower BP without slowing hr. They can be used for anti-anginals as well. Nifedipine can be short acting or an extended release once daily form, Felodipine is usually once daily.
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Last updated Dec 31, 2016
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