User:Mr. Ibrahem/Felodipine

Felodipine, sold under the brand name Plendil among others, is a medication is used to treat high blood pressure and heart related chest pain (angina). It is one of several first line options. It is taken by mouth.

Common side effects include swelling, headache, and flushing. Other side effects may include syncope and low blood pressure. There are concerns regarding negative effects if used during pregnancy. It is a calcium channel blocker of the dihydropyridine type.

Felodipine was patented in 1978 and approved for medical use in 1988. It is available as a generic medication. In the United Kingdom 4 weeks of 5 mg per day costs about £4 as of 2021. This amount is about 11 USD in the United States. It is also available in combination with ramipril.