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Brand: Adalat, Procardia, Nifedical, Nifediac
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker primarily used to treat high blood pressure and angina. It works by relaxing the muscles of the heart and blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily. Nifedipine belongs to the dihydropyridine class of calcium channel blockers.
For high blood pressure, angina, and Raynaud's phenomenon.
Outcome:
Increased nifedipine levels and side effects
Mechanism:
Inhibition of CYP3A4 metabolism
Outcome:
Additive hypotensive effects
Mechanism:
Vasodilation
Outcome:
Slightly decreased nifedipine absorption
Mechanism:
Chelation
Most likely new formulation: extended-release combination therapy with other antihypertensives (2025, 75% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and clinical trial data, there is a 90% likelihood that nifedipine will maintain its current regulatory status for the next 5 years.
Calcium Channel Blocker, Antihypertensive, Antianginal
Dihydropyridine