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Research Notes on Calcium Channel Blockers

Calcium channel blockers are a class of drugs that are mainly used for treating hypertension. They work to relax blood vessels and increase the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart.

Fast Facts:

  • Calcium channel blockers are also called calcium antagonists or calcium blockers
  • The main action of calcium channel blockers is to decrease blood pressure
  • Certain calcium channel blockers interact with grapefruit products
  • Side effects of calcium channel blockers include constipation, headache, rapid heartbeat, rash, drowsiness, flushing, nausea, and swelling in the feet and lower legs


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