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Efonidipine
Information about Efonidipine
Efonidipine Uses
Efonidipine is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).
How Efonidipine works
Efonidipine is a calcium channel blocker. It regulates the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the pressure on them, thereby making it easier for the heart to pump more blood throughout the body. In this way, it normalizes the blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure.
Common side effects of Efonidipine
Ankle swelling, Dizziness, Edema (swelling), Fatigue, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Headache, Nausea1a
Available Medicine for Efonidipine
EfontaAjanta Pharma Ltd
₹503 variant(s)
Expert advice for Efonidipine
- A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Efonidipine. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Efonidipine affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.