Nifedipine — Nutrient Associations & Health Patterns
Also known as: Nifedipine (Procardia, Adalat)
Drug Class: Calcium channel blocker
Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and angina by relaxing blood vessels. Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
Medication and Nutrition Context
Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
Common Side Effects of Nifedipine
- Headache
- Flushing
- Swelling in ankles
- Dizziness
- Palpitations
- Constipation
Key Drug Interactions — Nifedipine
Nifedipine has 6 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Beta blockers
- Digoxin
- Grapefruit juice
- Cimetidine
- Rifampin
- Phenytoin
Frequently Asked Questions
What nutrient associations are reported for Nifedipine?
Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
Which nutrient relationships are mapped for Nifedipine?
Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
What are the side effects of Nifedipine?
Common side effects associated with Nifedipine include: Headache; Flushing; Swelling in ankles; Dizziness; Palpitations.