The effects of taking calcium channel blockers during pregnancy have not been studied in humans.
Grapefruit juice may increase the effects of some calcium channel blockers.
Calcium channel blockers are available only with a physician's prescription and are sold in tablet, capsule, and injectable forms.
No, side effects of calcium channel blockers do not contain hair loss.
Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should check with their physicians before using these drugs.
Some people feel drowsy or less alert than usual when taking calcium channel blockers.
Calcium channel blockers will not cure high blood pressure, but will help to control the condition.
Digitalis heart medicines: Taking these medicines with calcium channel blockers may increase the action of the heart medication.
Calcium channel blockers block the entry of calcium into muscle cells in artery walls. Muscle cells need calcium to constrict, so reducing their calcium keeps them more relaxed and lowers blood pressure.
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Nifedipine.
Nitrats, Beta blockers, Calcium Channel blockers
Anyone who has had a previous unusual reaction to any calcium channel blocker should let his or her physician know before taking the drugs again.