Calcium channel Blockers

Description

What are Calcium channel Blockers Uses, Doses, and Side Effects?

Beta-blockers can make you calmer and more relaxed by reducing the physical effects of stress. Beta-blockers block adrenaline, a hormone that triggers your body’s fight or flight response when you’re stressed out which slows down your heart rate and will ease up on how hard it squeezes with each heartbeat. Your blood pressure goes down because now your heart isn’t working as hard since beta-blockers reduce the impact of stress hormones like adrenaline in our bodies so if we are prone to high blood pressure then this is definitely something worth looking into.

Your doctor may recommend trying an alternative medication first if it’s appropriate for your condition because of its potential risks and interactions with other medicines in conjunction with high blood pressure control techniques like diet changes or exercise routines.

Reasons to take beta-blockers.

There are many reasons to take beta-blockers; one of the most popular is their ability to help with heart health. One important fact about these medications, however, is that they can cause low blood pressure or a drop in reflexes when taken at higher doses for an extended period of time. This side effect means you should be cautious while taking them around activities where falls might happen: cooking on stovetops and ovens (because lack of awareness from decreased reflexes could lead to burns), climbing ladders, driving during bad weather conditions or after drinking alcohol since it’ll probably make your reaction times slower than normal. Drivers may also need more rest periods before getting back behind the wheel again once coming off this medication as well.

Who Shouldn’t Take Them?

Doctors don’t usually prescribe beta-blockers for people with asthma, COPD, or breathing trouble. These drugs can have grave consequences and their usage often hides signs of low blood sugar in diabetics as well. They may not be safe for women who are planning pregnancy due to the potential harm they could cause during gestation and breastfeeding; tell your doctor right away if you’re pregnant while on a prescription drug like this.

Calcium channel Blockers of Side Effect:

As you take a beta-blocker, there are some side effects that might occur: feeling drained of energy; having cold hands and feet; being dizzy. Additionally, some people may experience trouble sleeping or vivid dreams because it can sometimes affect your sleep patterns by blocking the chemical messages from certain parts of your brain to other areas which control how quickly you fall asleep. Your weight could also increase due to possible changes with appetite hormones as well as fluid retention caused by salt and water levels becoming too high while on these medications so be sure not to drink lots of fluids during this time! You should always consult with a doctor before starting any new medication including those who require taking an additional one such as blood pressure medicine if you ever want to.

Your doctor may change your dose or switch you to a different medicine if any of these bother you. They can affect the levels in your blood, but they’re usually not big deals and will go away quickly when the effects from them wear off.

Dosage Forms & Strengths

injectable solution

• 2.5mg/mL

tablet

• 40mg
• 80mg
• 120mg

tablet/capsule, extended release

• 100mg
• 120mg
• 180mg
• 200mg
• 240mg
• 300mg
• 360mg