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Nifedipine is commonly used in the treatment of anal fissure, angina heart-related chest pain, arrhythmias, hypertensive emergency, subarachnoid haemorrhage.
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker that inhibits Calcium ions from entering the cardiac and smooth muscles causing the peripheral and coronary vasodilation. This leads to reduced afterload and peripheral resistance which helps to relieve the workload of the heart.
Dizziness, Flushing, Headache, Low blood pressure, Peripheral oedema, Tachycardia, Palpitations, Nausea, Constipation, Syncope, Vertigo, Visual disturbance
Alcohol will inhibit the metabolism of Nifedipine, which will further accentuate the side effects of Nifedipine.
Nifedipine should not be used during pregnancy unless clinical condition requires its usage urgently.
Nifedipine is not safe for breastfeeding as it may be excreted in breast milk. It is only proven in animal studies and it shows impairment in the development of baby animals. This risk cannot be excluded in humans thus it isn't safe
Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Nifedipine may cause side effects such as headache, vertigo or visual disturbances especially at the start of treatment, all of which could affect the ability to concentrate and drive.
Nifedipine is safe to be used in patients with kidney disease.
Nifedipine should be used with caution in patients with liver disorder. Dose adjustment of Nifedipine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
