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Adalat is a calcium channel blocker which is a kind of rhythm control drug (cardiovascular drug).

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Diabetes drug

Brands

Procardia • Macorel • Cardifen • Cardifen-10 • Nifedalat • Nifediac CC • Nifedical XL • Fedaloc • Cipalat

Generic Drug

Nifedipine

Side Effects

Common

Muscle cramps or spasms
Constipation
Congested nose
Nausea
Dizziness
Nervousness
Flushing
Headache
Fatigue
Low blood pressure
Nasal congestion
Heart palpitations

Serious

Fluid in the lungs
Low blood pressure

Treats

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