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Is cilindipine 5 mg a calcium channel blocker or beta blocker. does it have any effect on lowering heart rate?

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

See answer: Cilindipine is a calcium channel blocker. It can lower heart rate.

Answered 6/30/2018

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

It is a long: acting calcium channel blocker indicated for the management of hypertension. It will also lower the heart rate a small amount. It is less likely to produce peripheral edema as a side effect than some other calcium channel blockers.

Answered 6/30/2018

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