There are many chemical drugs which are natural calcium channel blockers. Some include Diltiazem, Amlodipine, Verapimil, and Nifedipine. Many more are available however some are not allowed for sale in the USA.
The discovery of calcium channel blockers is attributed to two scientists, Albrecht Fleckenstein and Wilhelm Siegmund. Fleckenstein first characterized the mechanism of action of calcium channel blockers in the 1960s, while Siegmund later identified verapamil as the first calcium channel blocker used clinically.
Prescribing two calcium channel blockers at the same time is generally not recommended due to the increased risk of side effects and potential negative interactions between the medications. It's important to consult with a healthcare provider to discuss alternative treatment options if one calcium channel blocker is not providing adequate results.
A calcium channel blocker is a drug that lowers blood pressure by either preventing calcium from entering cells of the cardiac muscle, or the smooth muscle cells of the blood vessel walls.
No, methyldopa is not a calcium channel blocker. It is a centrally acting alpha-2 adrenergic agonist commonly used to treat high blood pressure.
Amlodipine is a medication used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina) caused by coronary artery disease. It belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers, which work by relaxing blood vessels to improve blood flow and reduce strain on the heart.
Grapefruit juice may increase the effects of some calcium channel blockers.
The effects of taking calcium channel blockers during pregnancy have not been studied in humans.
No, side effects of calcium channel blockers do not contain hair loss.
Calcium channel blockers are available only with a physician's prescription and are sold in tablet, capsule, and injectable forms.
Calcium channel blockers will not cure high blood pressure, but will help to control the condition.
Digitalis heart medicines: Taking these medicines with calcium channel blockers may increase the action of the heart medication.
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Nifedipine.
The discovery of calcium channel blockers is attributed to two scientists, Albrecht Fleckenstein and Wilhelm Siegmund. Fleckenstein first characterized the mechanism of action of calcium channel blockers in the 1960s, while Siegmund later identified verapamil as the first calcium channel blocker used clinically.
Some calcium channel blockers pass into breast milk, but there have been no reports of problems in nursing babies whose mothers were taking this type of medication.
Taking calcium channel blockers with certain other drugs may affect the way the drugs work or may increase the chance of side effects.
Older people may be unusually sensitive to the effects of calcium channel blockers. This may increase the chance of side effects.