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What impact do calcium channel blockers have on heart disease?
Calcium channel blockers will not cure high blood pressure, but will help to control the condition.
What effect do calcium channel blockers have on some people?
Calcium channel blockers can cause side effects such as dizziness, flushing, headaches, and constipation in some people. Additionally, they may lower blood pressure too much, leading to symptoms of lightheadedness or fainting. It is important to closely monitor blood pressure and inform a healthcare provider of any concerning symptoms when taking calcium channel blockers.
What drugs reduce the contraction of the muscles that squeeze blood vessels tight?
A class of drugs commonly used for this (often prescribed to treat high blood pressure/hypertension) is called Calcium Channel Blockers (CCB). According to the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research:"Calcium channel blockers prevent calcium from entering cells of the heart and blood vessel walls, resulting in lower blood pressure. Calcium channel blockers, also called calcium antagonists, relax and widen blood vessels by affecting the muscle cells in the arterial walls."calcium channel blockers
How can calcium channel blockers be impacted by grapefruit juice?
Grapefruit juice may increase the effects of some calcium channel blockers.
What Time magazine article is availalbe on calcium channel blockers?
"The Pressure's On: A Hypertension Drug Taken by 28 Million People is Under Scrutiny. What Are the Other Options?(Calcium Channel Blockers)." Time September 11, 2000:126.
What reaction do pregnant women have from calcium channel blockers?
The effects of taking calcium channel blockers during pregnancy have not been studied in humans.
What eye drop forms of beta blockers for glaucoma may not be effective when taking calcium channel blockers?
Eye drop forms of beta blockers, such as timolol (Timoptic), used to treat glaucoma.
Do calcium channel blockers cause hair loss?
No, side effects of calcium channel blockers do not contain hair loss.
In what forms are calcium channel blockers available?
Calcium channel blockers are available only with a physician's prescription and are sold in tablet, capsule, and injectable forms.
What psychological illnesses can be treated with calcium channel blockers?
Calcium channel blockers are used to treat high blood pressure, to correct abnormal heart rhythms, and to relieve the type of chest pain called angina pectoris.
What is done by calcium channel blockers?
Calcium channel blockers block the entry of calcium into muscle cells in artery walls. Muscle cells need calcium to constrict, so reducing their calcium keeps them more relaxed and lowers blood pressure.
What should those taking calcium channel blockers for high blood pressure do before beginning an exercise program?
Anyone taking calcium channel blockers should therefore consult with the prescribing physician concerning how much exercise and activity may be considered safe.
