Azelnidipine

Azelnidipine belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive drugs used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Azelnidipine acts by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the workload on the heart and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it helps to lower high blood pressure.

No, it is a prescribed drug given by a physician for preventing specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side effects.

Please do not stop using Azelnidipine without consulting your doctor on your own. Continue using Azelnidipine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to treat your condition effectually. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Azelnidipine.

Azelnidipine is safe if used in the dose and duration recommended by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed, and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's guidelines carefully and inform your doctor if any of the side effects disturb you.

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule if it is time for the next dose.

Azelnidipine may cause side effects such as headache, fast heart rate, ankle swelling, sudden reddening of your face, and palpitations (feeling of fast or abnormal heartbeat). If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

No, there is no proof that Azelnidipine worsens kidney problems. It can be used in normal doses in patients with kidney problems. In fact, it lowers blood pressure and helps to avoid injury to the kidneys due to high blood pressure. However, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Azelnidipine in patients with kidney impairment.

Take Azelnidipine anytime in the morning or evening, usually prescribed once daily. You should take it as advised by your doctor. But take it at the same time every day so that you remember to take ityou’re your body maintains consistent levels of Azelnidipine.

You should take Azelnidipine for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not discontinue taking it, even if you feel better or your blood pressure is well controlled as it may increase your blood pressure again and your condition may worsen.

No, Azelnidipine is not a beta blocker. It belongs to a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers.

Azelnidipine may cause some serious side effects such as pancreatitis (severe stomach pain, nausea and vomiting), liver problems (yellowing of skin, vomiting, nausea, and loss of appetite), and recurrent chest pain which may be a sign of heart attack. However, these side effects are rare. Remember that your doctor has prescribed Azelnidipine because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of any potential side effects. Therefore, follow your doctor's instructions while taking Azelnidipine.

Avoid grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Azelnidipine as it may increase the risk of severe side effects. Follow low fat and a low sodium diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor. Before starting any new medicines or supplements, consult your doctor first.

Azelnidipine may cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down. If this condition persists or worsens, consult your doctor.