How Does Felodipine Work?
Calcium plays an important role in the contraction of heart muscle, as well as smooth muscle in the walls of arteries. By blocking the channels though which calcium enters cells in these muscles, relaxation of these muscles is achieved. The result is a reduced workload of the heart, as well as widening of blood vessels, causing high blood pressure to return to normal and safe levels. Fast facts Drug schedule: Schedule 3 Available as: Tablets What does it do? Felodipine reduce high levels of blood pressure Overdose risk: Medium Dependence risk: Low Available as a generic? Yes Available on prescription only? Yes User information Onset of effect: Within 5 hours. Duration of action: Up to 24 hours. Dietary advice: Felodipine should be taken on an empty stomach, or with a light meal; a low-salt and low-fat diet is advised. It is also advised to avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking this medication as it may increase the level of felodipine in your blood, which may lead to additional
