Nifedipine
Generic Name: nifedipine (nye FED i peen)
Brand names: Adalat CC, Afeditab CR, Nifediac CC, Nifedical XL, Procardia, Procardia XL, Adalat
What is nifedipine?
Nifedipine is in a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers. It relaxes (widens) your blood vessels (veins and arteries), which makes it easier for the heart to pump and reduces its workload.
Nifedipine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and to treat angina (chest pain).
Nifedipine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Important information about nifedipine
You should not use nifedipine if you are allergic to it.
