Nifedipine Topical

INFORMATION ABOUT NIFEDIPINE TOPICAL

Nifedipine Topical Uses

Nifedipine Topical is used in the treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain), Arrhythmia, hypertensive emergency, subarachnoid haemorrhage and anal fissure.

How Nifedipine Topical works

Nifedipine Topical works in anal fissure by blocking the action of calcium on blood vessels of anus. As a result, blood vessels are relaxed which allows fissure (tear) to heal and relieves pain.

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08 Nov 2024 | 05:33 AM (UTC)

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Expert advice for Nifedipine Topical

A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Nifedipine Topical. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Nifedipine Topical affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
You have been prescribed Nifedipine Topical to improve your blood pressure and/or to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks.
Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack and stroke.
Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Nifedipine Topical. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Nifedipine Topical affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions for Nifedipine Topical

Q. Does nifedipine cause migraine/constipation/insomnia/bradycardia/cough/weight gain/urination/changes in heart rate?

Nifedipine topical may cause migraine, flushing, dizziness, nervousness, nausea, and vomiting. There is no evidence of nifedipine causing cough or weight changes. If you notice such symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Q. Is nifedipine topical a nitrate/beta-blocker/ACE inhibitor/tocolytic?

No. Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker