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nifedipine la

CCB (DHP)

CCB (DHP)
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
—
not curated
INTERACTIONS
—
none in our sources
PREGNANCY
C
FDA category + note

Mechanism

Blocks calcium from entering cells, primarily inhibiting vasoconstriction.

Indications

Hypertension

Dosing

Adult
30–90 mg once daily

Side effects

Common
Peripheral edema (dose-dependent)Gingival hyperplasia

Pregnancy & lactation

Pregnancy

C

Related guidelines

Beta-blockers in hypertension
MOHFW · Cardiology · 2024
Hypertension in diabetes
MOHFW · Endocrinology · 2024
Hypertension in adults
OTHER · Cardiology · 2022
Hypertension in diabetes
RSSDI · Endocrinology · 2022
Hypertension in adults
MOHFW · Cardiology · 2021

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Sources: Harrison 22e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team