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Brand Names: Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL

Generic Name: nifedipine (Pronunciation: nye FEH dih peen)

• What is nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?
• What are the possible side effects of nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?
• What is the most important information I should know about nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?
• How should I take nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?
• What happens if I overdose (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?
• What should I avoid while taking nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?
• What other drugs will affect nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?

Nifedipine is in a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers. Nifedipine relaxes (widens) your blood vessels (veins and arteries), which makes it easier for the heart to pump and reduces its workload.

Nifedipine is used to lower hypertension (high blood pressure) and to treat angina (chest pain).

Nifedipine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Adalat CC 30 mg

round, pink, imprinted with ADALAT CC, 30

Adalat CC 60 mg

round, pink, imprinted with ADALAT CC, 60

Adalat CC 90 mg

round, brown, imprinted with ADALAT CC, 90

Afeditab 30 mg-WAT

round, brown, imprinted with ELN 30

Afeditab 60 mg-WAT

round, brown, imprinted with ELN 60

Nifediac CC 30 mg-TEV

round, yellow, imprinted with 30, B

Nifediac CC 60 mg-TEV

round, yellow, imprinted with 60, B

Nifedipine 10 mg-PUR

yellow, imprinted with R497

Nifedipine 20 mg-PUR

red, imprinted with R 530

Nifedipine XL 30 mg-MYL

round, pink, imprinted with M 475

Nifedipine XL 30 mg-TEV

round, pink, imprinted with ELN 30

Nifedipine XL 60 mg-MYL

round, pink, imprinted with M482

Nifedipine XL 60 mg-TEV

round, brown, imprinted with 60, B

Nifedipine XL 90 mg-MYL

round, pink, imprinted with M 495

Nifedipine XL 90 mg-TEV

round, yellow, imprinted with B, 90

Procardia 10 mg

orange, imprinted with PROCARDIA PFIZER 260

Procardia XL 30 mg

round, pink, imprinted with PROCARDIA XL 30

Procardia XL 60 mg

round, pink, imprinted with PROCARDIA XL 60

Procardia XL 90 mg

round, pink, imprinted with PROCARDIA XL 90

What are the possible side effects of nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking nifedipine and contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical treatment:

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
• unusually fast or slow heartbeats;
• severe dizziness or fainting;
• psychosis;
• yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice); or
• swelling of the legs or ankles.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take nifedipine and talk to your doctor if you experience

• headache, fatigue, or tiredness;
• flushing;
• insomnia;
• vivid or abnormal dreams;
• nausea or constipation; or
• increased urination.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XL)?

Do not stop taking nifedipine without first talking to your doctor, even if you begin to feel better. If you stop taking the medication, your condition could become worse.

Do not crush, chew, or break any form of nifedipine. Swallow the pills whole.

Do not consume grapefruit or grapefruit juice during treatment with nifedipine. Nifedipine can interact with grapefruit and grapefruit juice, and the interaction may have dangerous effects. You should discuss the use of grapefruit and grapefruit juice with your doctor.