Package	Price	Per tablet	Savings
120 tablets $ 131.85	^$ 131.95 $ 1.10	^$ 1.10 ^$ 1.10	^$ 131.85 ^$ 131.85
90 tablets $ 85.40	^$ 112.45 $ 1.25	^$ 1.25 ^$ 1.25	^$ 85.40 ^$ 85.40
60 tablets $ 41.95	^$ 89.95 $ 1.50	^$ 1.50 ^$ 1.50	^$ 41.95 ^$ 41.95
30 tablets	^$ 65.95 $ 2.20	^$ 2.20 ^$ 2.20

Nifedipine Extended Release tablet

What is this medicine?

NIFEDIPINE is a calcium-channel blocker. It affects the amount of calcium found in your heart and muscle cells. This relaxes your blood vessels, which can reduce the amount of work the heart has to do. This medicine is used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain caused by angina.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

heart problems, low blood pressure, slow or irregular heartbeat
kidney disease
liver disease
previous heart attack
an unusual or allergic reaction to nifedipine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Do not cut, crush or chew. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often then directed. Do not suddenly stop taking this medicine. Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take. If your doctor wants you to stop the medicine, the dose will be slowly lowered over time to avoid any side effects.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

barbiturates, like phenobarbital
cimetidine
diuretics
grapefruit juice
local or general anesthetics
medicines for high blood pressure or heart problems
warfarin

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Check your blood pressure and pulse rate regularly. Ask your doctor or health care professional what your blood pressure and pulse rate should be and when you should contact him or her.

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

blood in the urine
difficulty breathing
fast heartbeat, palpitations, irregular heartbeat, chest pain
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
reduced amount of urine passed
skin rash
swelling of the legs and ankles

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

constipation
facial flushing
headache
weakness or tiredness

This list may not describe all possible side effects.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature below 30 degrees C (86 degrees F). Protect from moisture and humidity. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

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