Calcium channel blockers may be prescribed to treat chest pain, arrhythmias, and high blood pressure. This eMedTV article offers an overview of calcium channel blockers, providing information on how the drugs work, possible side effects, and more.
Headaches, nausea, and swelling are among the common side effects of calcium channel blockers. This eMedTV resource lists other possible calcium channel blocker side effects, including potentially serious side effects that may require medical care.
Calcium channel blockers are used for treating high blood pressure, chest pain, and some arrhythmias. This eMedTV segment discusses these and other uses of calcium channel blockers, including their use in children and possible off-label uses.
Calcium channel blockers can cause water retention and can make chest pain worse. This portion of the eMedTV Web site describes other important calcium channel blocker warnings and precautions, including who should not take these drugs.
Vomiting, slurred speech, and confusion are possible signs of a calcium channel blocker overdose. This eMedTV resource lists other possible symptoms of a calcium channel blocker overdose, and describes the treatment options that are available.
Based on the results of animal studies, it may not be safe to take calcium channel blockers during pregnancy. This eMedTV page looks at calcium channel blockers and pregnancy, including information on when a doctor may still prescribe the medication.
This eMedTV Web page explains that the manufacturers of calcium channel blockers generally recommend that women not use the medications when breastfeeding. This page explains what to do if you are taking calcium channel blockers and breastfeeding.
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