What is felodipine ER used for?
Felodipine is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly.
What are the side effects of felodipine ER?
Felodipine may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- headache.
- flushing.
- dizziness or lightheadedness.
- weakness.
- fast heartbeat.
- heartburn.
- constipation.
- enlargement of gum tissue around teeth.
Is felodipine a diuretic?
Felodipine possesses a mild natriuretic/diuretic effect and fluid retention does not occur.
Does felodipine cause weight gain?
Felodipine may cause fluid retention (edema) in some patients. Tell your doctor right away if you have bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet; tingling of the hands or feet; or unusual weight gain or weight loss. Redness, swelling, or bleeding of the gums may occur while taking felodipine.
Can felodipine cause shortness of breath?
a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out; chest pain; feeling short of breath; or. swelling or rapid weight gain.
Is felodipine any good?
Felodipine has an average rating of 4.4 out of 10 from a total of 9 ratings for the treatment of High Blood Pressure. 33% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 56% reported a negative effect.
What is felodipine prescribed for?
Felodipine is in a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing the muscles of your heart and blood vessels. Felodipine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Felodipine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Do I need 5 mg Cialis or 10 mg?
CIALIS for Use as Needed for Erectile Dysfunction The recommended starting dose of CIALIS for use as needed in most patients is 10 mg, taken prior to anticipated sexual activity. The dose may be increased to 20 mg or decreased to 5 mg, based on individual efficacy and tolerability.
What is felodipine generic for?
Felodipine (Plendil) is a drug prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure to prevent heart attack and stroke. Doctors also prescribe it to treat patients for angina, however, it is not an FDA approved drug for this condition.
