Each tablet contains 66 mg nifedipine Procardia (nifedipine) is a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension ( high blood pressure) and to treat angina (chest pain)
Dosage must be adjusted according to each patient's needs
Limit alcoholic beverages
Brand names: NIFEdipine (Eqv-Adalat CC), NIFEdipine (Eqv-Procardia XL), Procardia XL, Adalat CC, Procardia Drug class: Calcium channel blocking agents
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PROCARDIA XL ® (nifedipine) Extended Release Tablets
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It has a molecular weight of 346
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Therapy for either hypertension or angina should be initiated with 30 or 60 mg once daily
submitted under section 505(b)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) for Procardia XL (nifedipine) 30 mg, 60 mg, and 90 mg Extended Release Capsules
Headache, dizziness, nausea, flushing, constipation, leg/ muscle cramps, or sexual problems may occur
It has a molecular weight of 346
Procardia XL is used in the treatment of High Blood Pressure; Angina Pectoris Prophylaxis and belongs to
NIFEDIPINE
It works by relaxing blood vessels, which decreases the amount of work the heart has to do
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Answers
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker in the dihydropyridine subclass
Amlodipine has an average rating of 4
Less Serious Side Effects
The average milk half-life of all doses was 3
UK Summary of Product Characteristics
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swelling; flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling); headache, dizziness; nausea, heartburn; or