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Indications

Procardia XL is an anti-hypertensive medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) or chest pain (angina).

Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker that reduces vascular resistance and the influx of calcium into vascular smooth muscles by blocking calcium channels. This action allows Procardia XL to lower your blood pressure. The vasodilating properties of this medication also lend it to treating and relieving angina.

This blood pressure medication is a safe and effective form of treatment for both hypertension and angina. Procardia XL offers convenient once-daily dosing that is tolerable with minimal reported adverse effects.

Uses and Dosage

The dose of Procardia that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual and condition being treated. Follow all your doctor’s instructions and read packaging labels carefully for the best results.

• swallow tablet whole, do not crush or chew
• Take on an empty stomach
• Most adults take an initial dose of 30 or 60mg once daily
• Doses should be titrated over 7 to 14 days
• Adults should not take more than 120mg a day
• For control of angina, adults can take up to 90mg once daily
• Do not suddenly stop taking Procardia XL without first speaking with your doctor
• Monitor your blood pressure regularly during treatment
• Continue using Procardia XL as prescribed even if you feel well
• Your blood pressure may become too low, tell your doctor if you are sick with vomiting or diarrhea or if you are sweating more than usual
• Store at room temperature away from children and pets

Side Effects

Procardia XL may cause some side effects to develop while lowering your blood pressure and relieving chest pain. Speak with your doctor for more information regarding any symptoms that you may encounter when taking nifedipine.

Common Procardia XL side effects:

• Swelling
• Flushing
• Headache, dizziness
• Nausea, heartburn
• Feeling week or tired

You may experience more severe or frequent angina episodes when you first start taking Procardia XL or any time that your dose is changed. These episodes should go away after your first few doses.

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse reactions may occur when taking nifedipine. Stop using Procardia XL and call your doctor if you develop any of the following side effects:

• Worsening chest pain
• Pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest
• Light-headedness like you might pass out
• Swelling in hands or lower legs
• Upper stomach pain, jaundice

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Procardia XL if you are allergic to nifedipine or any of the other listed tablet ingredients. If you develop any signs of an allergic reaction, stop taking this medication and contact your doctor right away.

Procardia XL allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Fever, sore throat
• Burning eyes
• Skin pain
• Red or purple rash
• Blistering or peeling skin

Cautions

You may not be able to take Procardia XL if your heart does not properly pump blood or if you also take rifampin.

Avoid grapefruit products while taking Procardia XL because they can interact with nifedipine and cause unwanted effects.

Avoid taking any herbal supplements that contain St. John’s wort to avoid an adverse drug interaction.

When standing from a seated or laying position, move slowly to avoid becoming dizzy.

To ensure your safety when taking Procardia XL, tell your doctor if you have ever had any of the following:

• Heart attack
• Seriously low blood pressure
• Severe narrowing of your heart’s aortic valve
• Congestive heart failure
• Cirrhosis or other liver diseases
• Kidney disease
• Diabetes

Consult with your doctor before using Procardia XL if you have been using a beta-blocker medication to control your blood pressure. Do not suddenly stop taking one of these medications (including atenolol, carvedilol, metoprolol, and others) because stopping your doses too soon could lead to serious heart problems that Procardia XL cannot prevent.

Some drugs can interact with nifedipine and cause dangerous reactions. To avoid this, tell your doctor about all the medications that you take, including any over the counter medicines, but especially any of the following:

• St. John’s wort
• Antibiotics (rifabutin, rifampin, or others)
• Seizure medication (carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, phenobarbital, and others)

Older adults who take Procardia XL may be more likely to develop some side effects.

Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant because it is unknown whether nifedipine will cause harm to an unborn baby if taken during pregnancy.

Do not breastfeed while taking Procardia XL.

Procardia XL is not an approved treatment for anyone under the age of 18.

Form and Strength

This blood pressure medication is available in the form of sustained release tablets.

Procardia XL tablet strengths:

• 20mg
• 30mg

The 20mg Procardia XL tablets are available in quantities of 60 and 120 while the 30mg tablets are available in quantities of 100.

FAQ

What should you not take with Procardia XL?

While taking Procardia XL, you should avoid ingesting any grapefruit products because they can interact with nifedipine and cause adverse reactions. There are also many medications that may interact with nifedipine and should not be taken at the same time, such as St. John’s wort, antibiotics, and seizure medicines. Follow all your doctor’s directions on what you should avoid during treatment.

What is the most common side effect of nifedipine?

Procardia XL is generally well-tolerated with a low incidence of adverse events. The most common side effects reported include dizziness, swelling of hands or lower legs, and flushing. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding symptoms that you experience while taking nifedipine.

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