Nifedipine

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Nifedipine (3,5-dimethyl 2,6-dimethyl-4-(2-nitrophenyl)-1,4-dihydropyridine-3,5-dicarboxylate[citation needed]), sold under the brand name Adalat and Procardia, among others, is a calcium channel blocker medication used to manage angina, high blood pressure, Raynaud's phenomenon, and premature labor.[2] It is one of the treatments of choice for Prinzmetal angina.[2] It may be used to treat severe high blood pressure in pregnancy.[2&#...

Can you take 2 the same day? ## Hello, Jose! How are you? 90mgs of the regular release Nifedipine is the maximum recommended daily dosage. Learn more Nifedipine details here. Is that the amount your doctor has prescribed? If it isn't controlling your condition, you may want to speak to them about switching to the time released formulation, which can go as high as 120mgs per day, or an additional medication may need to be added.

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Large round thick tablet with M 482 ## My mother has a couple of types of pills in one bottle, she does not remember putting them in with others and does not remember taking either pill. The bottle says nifedipine. Nifedipine is on her drug list from her doctor. (She is often confused.) the second pills are kind of a rusty red color, round tablets with a capital B on one side and a 60 on the other. Can you let me know what these are? ## M 482 is Nifedipine Extended Release 60mgs, B 60 is the same thing! ## Has Nifedipine M 482 been discontinued?

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a nifedipine pill , lavender in color with m030 imprinted on one side. Is this the same pill as M475 pink pill which has been changed to M030? ## Hello, My research shows that the two pills are in fact one in the same. They even have the same manufacturer, Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. To view more information about this drug, please click on the link below... If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to assist you. ## The site you listed does not answer the question: Is Nifedipine 475 the same as Nifedipine 030. No where in the site does it verify that. ## My apologies for not clarifying to you the link in that post was not intended for verification of my word. It was merely stating that you can view more info about this particular drug. For your pe...

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I accidentally have my husband 60 mg of nifedipine twice today. Will it hurt him? ## How is he doing? Did he suffer any adverse effects? Anytime something like this happens, it is best to contact the prescriber, or poison control to be sure of the person's safety. While there are those of us online that are happy to help, if we can, we cannot administer life saving procedures, if they'd be needed. Doubling up on a medication such as this could cause hypotension and dangerously lowered heart rate.

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I am taking 60mg of nifedipine and I am having unpleasant dreams every night. Is there an alternative which does not have this side effect? ## Hello, Mick! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem you're experiencing. That is possible with most medications. How long have you been taking it? Most side effects tend to go away, once your body gets used to a medication, which generally takes about 4 to 5 weeks. The FDA lists other typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. There are other medications available, so if it's still happening and it's been longer than 5 weeks, it will most likely just be a matter of trial and error to find one that doesn't cause you such an issue. ## I've been taking nifedi...

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Started taking this medication 5 days ago for blockage in upper thigh, now have extreme pain in my foot how long will this painl last now that the blood is getting to my foot. Some of my toes are black as well. ## Hello, Wendy! How are you? If your toes are black, it is important that you seek medical attention immediately. That could be a sign of the tissue becoming necrotic and without prompt medical treatment, you may lose those digits. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Nifedipine as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry cough and increased urination. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I was diagnose with high blood pressure (BP) about ten years ago (at 40 years) and my doctor prescribe Atenolo 50 mg which I used for about three years. Then my doctor added nifedipine 20mg which I am now taking for about seven years. About two years now I feel dizzy when I stand for some time and when I check my BP I am getting low reading example, 104/65, 95/60/, 112/75. My doctor did kidney's and diabetic's blood test which he said was ok. About one year ago I was diagnose with diabetics but it is under control. I reduce the nifedipine 20mg to 10 and later 5mg but still get the dizzy feeling at times. When I exercise(walking) 4-7Km every other day my BP even go down lower. My concern is when stand for some time with little movements I feel dizzy due the low BP at that time. O...

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I'm 41, I have suffered in winter for many years from bad circulation, or so I thought! Until I visited the doctor, I regularly suffer from chill blains, my fingers and toes turn white with cold, and then as they warm up, turn Blue The bright red then all pins and needles which is quite painful. I recently visited the doctor for something else and happened to mention about my fingers and toes wheni got cold, that's when she informed that I was suffering from Raynauds Phenomenon, where the blood vessels in my extremities close up blocking blood supply to the the ends of my fingers and toes. She told me about Nifedipine, which opens up the blood vessels allowing free flowing blood, I thought great, I'll give it a go! She did warn me of the side effects, head aches, nausea, diz...

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I have been taking Nifedipibe ER 30mg since March 2016. My doctor increased my dosage up to 60mg Nifedipine starting 10/20/2016. How long does it take my body to adjust to the higher dosage and should I expect any side effects? ## Hello, Melinda! How are you? Yes, side effects will typically occur any time your dosage is raised, and the FDA lists them as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. It usually takes about 4 to 5 weeks for your body to adjust. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thank you Verwon, it seems that I'm experiencing a couple of the side effects, headache and increased urination, my BP readings are somewhat bouncing around, I'm really hoping they will stabilize very soon. Once again thank you for your reply...

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light pink round in shape m475 is on pill ## Your guess is correct - The tablet which you are describing contains 30mgs of Nifedipine, a generic for Procardia XL. This medication is used to help lower blood pressure. Do you have any other questions or information to add? Please post back if you do...

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Is it ok to take Nifedipine ER and Bystolic at the same time? ## Hello, Bhey68! How are you? Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker and the Nebivolol in the Bystolic is a beta blocker, these types of medications are often combined, because it increases their blood pressure lowering effects. Has your doctor prescribed both? Learn more Nifedipine ER details here. Learn more Bystolic details here. They may also cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain.

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can i use both metoprolol and nifedipine at the same time? ## As long as they have both been prescribed for you. Several medications are often prescribed to help bring someone's blood pressure down as fast, and safely as possibly. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Are you on any other medications? How high was your blood pressure?

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I take Nifedipine 60 mg each morning. Previously I was on 30 mg twice a day. I feel warmth and notice redness in my lower legs and face about an hour after taking my medication. I also seem very tired about an hour after taking it. Is this common? Does it ever go away? Thank you! ## Yes, those issues can both be side effects of Nifedipine, according to FDA reports, you may also experience nausea, dizziness, heartburn, and headache. Ref: Medline Plus Nifedipine How long have you been taking it? Side effects typically hit their peak about 4 to 6 weeks in, as your body gets used to the medication, and it reaches its full level of efficacy in your body, then they begin to taper off, and eventually disappear. However, if these are severe, you may need to try a different medication, or need a...

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I'm on nifedipine extended release 30mg and losartan extended release.I have hyper.now I am having hypo.64 over 48 I keep feeling my heart beating from the nifedipine I want to stop it immediatly I told the dr. I'm feeling my heart beat fast and when it does I am getting hypo now ...when I told her about my heart pounding a year ago the P.A.saidvit was normal to bring down my b/p. I was eating garlic lemon honey salt just to bring up my b/p I don't want to take this today,can I stop it and keep monitoring my b/p constantly like I have been doing? Please help me, I don't like this feeling and being hypo and hyper as I just want to stay on losartan 100mg. Please help me. Thank you, Irene ## Wow, Irene! I am so very sorry. That's horrible, I've had that happen with ...

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I have been taking Nifedipine for a month. I have increased water and swelling in feet, and a lot of pulled muscles. I think the pills are the cause. How do I wean myself off them? I take one every second day, until I see my Dr. ## It would be best not to stop taking them, until you see your doctor, but the NIH does list that as being a possible side effect of this medication, so you might need to switch to a different medication. When you be able to see your doctor? The FDA lists other side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and increased urination. Are you on any other medications? ## Yes, I have two of those but don't have the nausea. Can't see my dr til two weeks time. I was taking HCTZ before so I went back on this pill. Yes I thanked synthroid, been...

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My mom takes a lot of pills and a typo from me caused her to take two 90 mg ER Nifedipine tablets. I am TERRIFIED that I have just hurt or worsened my mom. What will happen? Should I take her to the ER? Should I call the ambulance. Nothing has happened yet, but I am so scared. Her blood pressure before was 186 over 104, pulse 95. PLEASE HELP, I AM FREAKING OUT! ## Hello, Rhonda! How is your mom doing? Did she experience any adverse effects? Generally doubling up once doesn't cause any serious issues, other than possibly more severe side effects, according to the FDA. So she may experience more nausea, dizziness, headache, and urination than normal. It could also cause her blood pressure to be lower than usual. Is she on any other medications?

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adverse reaction side effects indication ## Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker that is used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include: nausea, headache, dizziness and hypotension. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with?

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My Nifedipine blood pressure pills got wet. Are they still good to use? ## If it was just water, they wouldn't become toxic, or anything, but if they partially dissolved they may not be as effective. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Overall, it would be best to check with your pharmacist, you may need to pick up a refill sooner than usual. Are you on any other medications? ## I'm taking nifedipine to control my blood pressure and want to know if it is a blood thinner?

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I was prescribed Amlodipine 2.5 mg for my BP,2 months ago.As my BP was not controlled gradually my dose was increased to 7.5 mg and still it is 160 to165 systolic and 85 to92 diastolic and sometimes it is around 150/80. Can I try Nifedipine instead of Amlodipine.If so what is the dose to start with? ## Have you discussed it with your doctor? Both the Amlodipine and Nifedipine are calcium channel blockers, so if one hasn't been working for you, the other might not, either. In this case, you should consult your doctor, because you might be better of trying a different class of medication, such as a beta blocker.

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