Drug reference
felodipine
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Drug class
Cardiovascular (CCBs)
Mechanism of action
Ca channel blocker: inhibits transmembrane influx of extracellular Ca ions across myocardial & vascular smooth muscle cell membranes, without changing serum calcium concentrations, resulting in inhibition of cardiac & vascular smooth muscle contraction, thereby dilating main coronary & systemic arteries
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Tachycardia
- Peripheral edema
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is felodipine?
felodipine belongs to: Cardiovascular.
How does felodipine work?
Ca channel blocker: inhibits transmembrane influx of extracellular Ca ions across myocardial & vascular smooth muscle cell membranes, without changing serum calcium concentrations, resulting in inhibition of cardiac & vascular smooth muscle contraction, thereby dilating main coronary & systemic arteries
What are the common side effects of felodipine?
Dizziness, Headache, Tachycardia, Peripheral edema
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