Nifedipine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Charl...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 29, 2015

For Raynaud's Syndrome "First off I am from England so this drug did not cost a penny, also I am under sixteen and have severe raynauds. My whole hands go white usually 1-3 times a day. It's awfully painful and very annoying so I went to the doctor who prescribed 5mg of Nifedipine 3 times a day. It was great, my fingers and toes stayed normal and I felt fine. I did experience some bad dizziness and nausea for about 3 days so returned to the surgery and they lowered my dose. Since then I have felt comely fine and it's stopped my Raynaud's. The days I have forgotten to administer the drug my fingers have gone back to there old routine so it just proves it works."

• Ryan...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 23, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "Doctor started me on 60 mg to control my BP, later increased to 90 mg. The drug worked great in controlling my BP and I had no side effects for about 3 months. Then the ankle swelling started. It got to a point where I was limping and it was painful to walk down stairs. Doctor decreased dosage to 30 mg and added Coversyl about 2 months ago. Ankle swelling is almost gone and mobility in my ankles is almost back to 100%."

• eel
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 6, 2015

For Raynaud's Syndrome "the past several winters the tips of some of my toes turned black and were ice cold , but would return to normal when the weather warmed up. I had tests done at a vascular specialist and had some diminshed circulation to my feet but nothing that required any type of surgery . I was prescribed Nefedipine and within a week or two my toes returned to normal and my feet were much warmer . I only take this drug during the colder months"

• jkano
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 3, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "Been taking Nifedipine and Lisinopril for 10 years or more, Dr raised my Nifedidine to 90mg from 30mg. My ankles swell to the size of a Grapefruit during the day. I take it at night and I urinate about 5 times and I mean urinate. By morning my ankle's look normal, but it starts all over again! I take Lasix too with little results to the swelling ?? See Dr tomorrow and will switch to something not sure?"

• Hemi...
• January 28, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "I get stomach cramps, growling gurgling sound, passing gas a lot, urinate frequently, mucous in my stool I even pass the pill in my stool whole. I am scared to take it but it works for my blood pressure. I will see my Dr today to report it. On it now for 3 months."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 7, 2022

For High Blood Pressure "I wanted to write a good review on this medicine because there’s so many negatives. To anyone reading these reviews scared to try this medicine, don’t be! I have had chronic hypertension my whole life as I only have 1 kidney. I’m 23 with very resistant hypertension. Without medicine I range 180-220/105-130. I started off at 30 mg ER then upped to 60 mg ER. I'm now at about 135-140 /85-90, which for me is a miracle! Drugs like labetalol, verapamil, lisinopril, losartan, amplodipine do nothing to lower my bp. My side effects are constipation but I counteract that with a probiotic! I also experience tingly arms and hands occasionally but really doesn’t bother me and goes away. This medicine is worth a try."

• Tinke...
• March 15, 2012

For Raynaud's Syndrome "I am 55 years of age and have primary Raynaud's. Onset was at about age 45, and for many years, I just wore multiple pairs of gloves and used hand warmers when out in cold weather or avoided cold weather activity. I finally asked my doctor about medication when it became difficult to even grocery shop in the freezer section or go to stores and restaurants that were very cool. I was tired of wearing gloves in the summer! I have taken nifedipine for about nine months (all winter), and it has been great. No side effects to report and even notice that I have a better sense of touch when feeling for pulses (I am a nurse)."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 28, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "I've been on Nifedipine 30 mg ER (CC) for 4 months and could not figure out why I felt terrible all day long with severe dizziness, increased pulse palpitations, shakiness, swelling in feet & ankles. I called my doctor & he told me to stop taking the dosage in the am because I take a dose on am & pm, he also stated Nifedipine stays in your system for 12 hrs, no wonder I was severely dizzy. This medication needs to be off the market The plan is to stop it all together & try another medication for my high blood pressure."

• jazzN...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 19, 2014

Procardia (nifedipine) for Raynaud's Syndrome "I started the nifedipine/Procardia this morning. About 4 hours later the rare side effects kicked in. Heart palpitations, dizziness, headache, and I was FREEZING. Even at 43 I still call my mommy. She wasn't thrilled I was going to take it anyway since I have perfect blood pressure. But she recommended laying on my left side. That did help even if it did take awhile for me to get warm again. The headache is still lingering."

• Lynns
• April 13, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "I was put on this medication after the birth of my daughter. It controlled my blood pressure to a point keeping it around 135/92 which was a improvement. I experienced leg pain and swelling in my legs and ankles, dizziness, and a feeling of being out of it. I went off it and on lisinopril and feel better. My blood pressure is now on average 120/80."

• Anonymous
• July 26, 2010

Nifedical XL (nifedipine) for Raynaud's Syndrome "I've been taking this medication for quite a while for Raynaud's. I was concerned about my naturally-low blood pressure but Doctor said it wouldn't be affected. Seems that is the case. As far as Raynaud's, there are a few medicines I take that I describe as "I'm sure it helps, I'm not sure how much, don't want to find out what it's like without it". Also, my Raynaud's is accompanied by Mixed Connective Tissue Disease to complicate matters."

• Jackie
• January 20, 2021

For Raynaud's Syndrome "I have been dealing with Raynaud’s for 15 years. I live in the south so for 4 months a year, I invest in those hot packs to keep my fingers warm when outside. I also use warm water to warm up my fingers and toes. I love to snow ski but pretty much gave that up. I tried various medications hoping to find something that would help. Amlodipine did not help me. I also tried a couple of other drugs that didn’t work. I saw this site and asked my doctor for nifedipine and I’m taking the one that you take 3 times a day, 10 mg each. It started working the first day! A week later it still works! I haven’t had to run warm water over my fingers, they haven’t turned white or my toes! Because I enjoy wine and after reading some of the other reviews, asked my doctor if I could just take two a day (7am and 2pm) and she said that was fine. I have had no problems with doing this for the last 4 days. I plan to just take this med during the cold months only."

• cold...
• December 19, 2015

For Raynaud's Syndrome "I do not have circulation issues, but I do have Reynauds likely as a result of Lupus. I also have BP on the low side. I take this once a day in the winter and have not noticed any of the side effects mentioned (headaches, dizziness) but my already-bad leg/foot cramps get much worse -- sometimes debilitating. To counteract that, I take magnesium in the form of Calm at night...my cramps are much better!! I guess I recommend both... I am wondering what time of day is best to take this..I can have sleep issues and don't want to make that worse."

• Anonymous
• January 16, 2012

For Raynaud's Syndrome "I rated this at 50% because I'm not quite sure what's going on and how I feel about it. I have Raynaud's syndrome and my hands and feet are constantly cold, blue, white, etc. If I'm in the heat or long showers, my feet turn bright red and get painful. If I'm doing physical activties my hands get red and swollen. Anyway, I took this medicine for the first time at about 8:30 last night. It's now 4am and my feet are bright red, swollen, and painful, and my only minor relief is to keep my feet elevated (which can get tricky at work). They are warm, and my hands are warm, which is much different than usual, but this swelling is very bothersome. I'm not sure which is worse- before the meds or now. Right now, I think I'd rather take the cold."

• Maggiie
• October 31, 2013

For Raynaud's Syndrome "I have been taking 1 tablet of Nifedipin(e) XL 30 mg ER for almost 2 years. I stop in the summer and start again when it gets cold and that works well for me. I haven't had any of the side effects such as rashes or headaches but I have been very tired and now that I think of it, it's probably because I've been taking it during the day instead of at night like I used to. The only problem with that is if you like to have a cocktail and for times like that I just don't take it."

• JLW
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 1, 2023

For High Blood Pressure "I only managed one 30mg pill. Migraine headache, vomiting, diarrhea, chills, fever, frequent urination, ears ringing. I would choose an early death over this. Worst 24 hours of my life. Will be seeking an alternative drug."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 30, 2022

For High Blood Pressure "My blood pressure is very high and the cardiologist suggested to take Nifedipine, Losartan and Chlorthalidone. I only took 1 pill of Nifedipine 60 mg and 3 hours later I was on my way to the ER, I felt something stuck in my throat and having hard time breathing, my hands, legs and feet were completely numb, felt needles in my hands, weak and pressure in my lower back. Never ever taking this med again, I do not care if they say it works but for me it was killing me."

• Joe-S
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 9, 2014

Adalat (nifedipine) for Raynaud's Syndrome "I took this for my Raynaud's and it did help when it was cold, but when I was warm I found myself getting really hot and sweaty when no-one else was. Another thing is DO NOT DRINK WHILE ON THIS TABLET! I did one night and had lots of problems. Apart from that it does what it says."

• RioFi...
• October 28, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "I was put on Nefedipine 60 mg twice a day two months ago. I had been taking Clonidine .3 mg for years. The Nefedipine does lower my blood pressure, but not as low as it used to be. Now it runs 145/65. The problem is the terrible fluid retention in my legs and ankles. I am relatively slender and I gained almost 20lbs in fluid since I started on Nefedipine. I can barely walk by the end of the day. I stopped taking it a few days ago (I still take my Clonidine) and will be switching to something else tomorrow with my doctor. Just not worth it."

• Anonymous
• January 13, 2012

For High Blood Pressure "30 mg twice a day, blood pressure averages 140/85. 60 mg twice a day blood pressure averages 112/69. After 6 hours, blood pressure goes up to 170/110. Unfortunate side effect of erectile dysfunction. 20 mg of Levitra helps a little. Doctor is now trying me on Terazosin, so we'll see."

• Anonymous
• February 29, 2020

For High Blood Pressure "I have been on 30mg Nifepidine for almost 2 months now. I feel warmness (something like a low grade heat) on the left side of my body from face to toe. The symptoms seem to go away if I missed a dose for a day or two. I am also on Valsartan, but I do not believe that it is cause of these symptoms as I have been on Valsartan for more than 2 years and never had these symptoms. It has completely killed my libido and erection. I will have to contact my dr. to find a remedy or I will drop this med. My bp control has not been that effective (averaging 130/85 and I am only 53) for me to trade sexual enjoyment."

• Duffman
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 7, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "nifedipine did drop my high blood pressure. But I also felt tired, lousy, dizzy, difficulty sleeping, lightheaded, shortness of breath (used Ventolin to get a full breath)and my doctor said to stop it after two weeks now. I hope there are other options. Lisinopril seems to be a favorite amongst my peers. Wish me luck."

• Farza...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 22, 2023

For High Blood Pressure "I'm in immunotherapy and was given the Avastin drug, which highly elevated my blood pressure (bp). When Losartan 10 mg did not lower the bp readings, Nifedipine 30mg was added, then increased to 60mg, still not lowering the bp, it was increased to 90mg. Three days later, my heart rate accelerated, shortness of breath became unbearable. Primary added another drug Hydralazine 50mg 2x day to lower bp and sent me to cardiologist for elevated heart rate, who added Carvededilol 12.5mg 2x day which significantly lower the heart rate and bp. So I'm on 4 bp drugs but continue to feel shortness of breath and none of the doctors have figured out it is due to the side effects of Nifedipine at 90 mg. Last week, driving to the infusion center was too much for my body to handle the shortness of breath, I had to call the ER. I decided to lower the Nefedipine dosage to 60mg (in 30mg increments, as suggested by the ER doctor) and inform the cardiologist of my decision. Nefedipine is not for me."

• White...
• February 22, 2020

For High Blood Pressure "dr increased my Lisinopril from 10mg 2x daily to 20mg 2xDaily yet BP high. Dr added Nifedipine Extended Release 30 mg 2x daily. First pill PM: 1/2 hour very warm face, mild head ache, voice changed. 1 hour BP down, I was thrilled. Face stayed warm, ears felt a bit itchy, Throat sore plugged, voice raspy. 2nd pill in am: face very warm, throat sore, ears itchy, BP still down. Felt good about results and figured side effects better than high BP. THEN third pill in PM: very sore throat, voice cuts in and out, raspy and I loose my voice 50% of words said. Feels like my throat is cut with razors. Mild headache, ears feel plugged face very warm , throat swollen under jaw both sides (balls size of walnuts) can’t sleep it is 1am and my husband is monitoring me as I lay with bag of frozen corn on my neck to help reduce swelling and throat pain. I wont take another and feel like if I did my throat would close off. Bottom on my mouth feels fluid filled and fleshy."

• Regina...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 29, 2016

For Premature Labor "I was given this medication at 36 weeks of pregnancy because they tried to stop the contractions. My doctor suggested this medication as a last resort. I was admitted a week later with no fetal heartbeat. Subsequently this medication stop the blood flow to the placenta ultimately causing my son Jayden to have a heart attack. It was not given approval to be administered on pregnant females and was in testing phases for pre term labor. This drug has cost me a lifetime of agony."