Nifedipine — Nutrient Depletion & 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.
Nutrients That Nifedipine May Deplete
Long-term use of Nifedipine is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Potassium
- Folic acid
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
Does Nifedipine deplete nutrients?
Yes. Nifedipine has been associated with depletion of Potassium, Folic acid based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Nifedipine deplete?
Nifedipine is associated with lower levels of: Potassium, Folic acid. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Nifedipine?
Common side effects associated with Nifedipine include: Headache; Flushing; Swelling in ankles; Dizziness; Palpitations.