Nifedipine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• 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 diminished circulation to my feet, but nothing that required any type of surgery. I was prescribed nifedipine, 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."

• Pil...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 9, 2018

For High Blood Pressure "Not all nifedipine is the same. For me, only the one made by Mylan in 'pink' color works. Their other color does not work for me. Using it for about 15 years, every day. Today, my blood pressure reads: 145/78 with a 95 heart rate. Yes, at times it goes up to 175, but the next day it comes down. Have no problem with it."

• Tin...
• 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)."

• Hem...
• January 28, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "I get stomach cramps, a growling gurgling sound, passing gas a lot, urinate frequently, mucus 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 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, and swelling in feet and ankles. I called my doctor, and he told me to stop taking the dosage in the morning because I take a dose in the morning and evening. He also stated Nifedipine stays in your system for 12 hours, no wonder I was severely dizzy. This medication needs to be off the market. The plan is to stop it altogether and try another medication for my high blood pressure."

• Rev...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 29, 2018

For Raynaud's Syndrome "I suffer from acute Raynaud's, in that I suffer it 24/7, even if in the warm, my feet especially can turn into ''blocks of ice,'' and I have painful stiffness of the hands and feet and a painful tingling rotating from one to the other all the time. If I get cold, it is much worse. I was initially put on nifedipine 5 mg three times a day, which helped with the worst symptoms for two months, but the body adapted and it no longer helped as much. After tests, my GP raised the dosage to 10 mg three times a day, which has helped the Raynaud's somewhat, but I cannot cope with the side effects of dizziness, sternum pain, and extreme exhaustion, so I will have to revert to the lesser dosage of 5 mg, which doesn't help me really. I am most disappointed and frustrated and wonder if there is any other help out there?"

• Lyn...
• 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 an 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."

• Old...
• December 4, 2015

For Raynaud's Syndrome "I have just been diagnosed with Raynaud's syndrome due to my very insufficient vascular blood flow in my legs. I have been on nifedipine for 2 days, and my feet, toes, and upper legs are already warmer."

• col...
• December 19, 2015

For Raynaud's Syndrome "I do not have circulation issues, but I do have Raynaud's, 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
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 30, 2022

For High Blood Pressure "My blood pressure is very high, and the cardiologist suggested taking 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 had a hard time breathing. My hands, legs, and feet were completely numb, I felt needles in my hands, as well as weakness 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."

• 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 are 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, amlodipine 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 it really doesn’t bother me and goes away. This medicine is worth a try."

• jka...
• 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 Nifedipine to 90 mg from 30 mg. 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 ankles 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?"

• 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 activities, my hands get red and swollen. Anyway, I took this medicine for the first time at about 8:30 last night. It's now 4 AM, 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."

• Mag...
• October 31, 2013

For Raynaud's Syndrome "I have been taking 1 tablet of nifedipine 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."

• 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."

• Far...
• 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 30 mg was added, then increased to 60 mg, still not lowering the BP, it was increased to 90 mg. Three days later, my heart rate accelerated, and shortness of breath became unbearable. The primary doctor added another drug, Hydralazine 50 mg 2x a day, to lower the BP and sent me to a cardiologist for elevated heart rate, who added Carvedilol 12.5 mg 2x a day, which significantly lowered 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 Nifedipine dosage to 60 mg (in 30 mg increments, as suggested by the ER doctor) and inform the cardiologist of my decision. Nifedipine is not for me."

• Rio...
• October 28, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "I was put on nifedipine 60 mg twice a day two months ago. I had been taking clonidine 0.3 mg for years. The nifedipine 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 20 lbs in fluid since I started on nifedipine. 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."

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

For High Blood Pressure "I only managed one 30 mg 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."

• Jac...
• 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, I asked my doctor if I could just take two a day (7 am and 2 pm), 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."

• Duf...
• 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 among my peers. Wish me luck."

• Reg...
• 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 stopped 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 preterm labor. This drug has cost me a lifetime of agony."

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

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."

• Anonymous
• February 29, 2020

For High Blood Pressure "I have been on 30 mg Nifedipine for almost 2 months now. I feel warmth (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 miss a dose for a day or two. I am also on Valsartan, but I do not believe that it is the cause of these symptoms, as I have been on Valsartan for more than 2 years and have never had these symptoms. It has completely killed my libido and erection. I will have to contact my doctor to find a remedy, or I will drop this medication. My blood pressure control has not been that effective (averaging 130/85 and I am only 53) for me to trade sexual enjoyment."

• Jes...
• June 13, 2015

For High Blood Pressure "I have had very crazy, high blood pressure since I was 20. I have tried several different medications, but this one probably works the best. I am on 20 mg of Procardia and 200 mg of labetalol. The combo works pretty well for me, but when I first started taking Procardia, I had killer headaches for hours on end. It almost made me stop taking it altogether. But I stuck it out, and it went away after several weeks. I have been on this for four months."

• Anonymous
• July 26, 2010

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 the 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."