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Brand Names: Adalat CC, Procardia, Procardia XLGeneric Name: nifedipine (Pronunciation: nye FEH dih peen)
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. 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:
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take nifedipine and talk to your doctor if you experience
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. (Page 1 of 3) |
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Brand Names:
Adalat CC, Afeditab CR, Nifediac CC, Nifedical XL, Procardia, Procardia XL
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Generic Name:
nifedipine
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Renal Artery Stenosis Overview
Aside from filtering blood and making urine, the kidneys have other functions. One such function is monitoring blood pressure (performed by special cells called macula densa). Using a chemical messenger called angiotensin, these cells can help adjust blood flow throughout the body and maintain normal blood pressure. The angiotensin acts by increasing muscle tone in small artery walls to help boost blood pressure. Angiotensin also stimulates the release of aldosterone, which helps the body retain sodium and water, increasing the amount of fluid within the blood vessels.
Most people with high blood pressure have essential hypertension (hyper=more + tension=pressure), meaning that the cause of the high blood pressure is unknown. However, one known cause of hypertension is renal artery stenosis (renal=kidney + stenosis=narrowing).
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