Nifedipine 5 MG Capsule Health Feed

Hello, Thanks for the query.
I have seen the details given. I learn that you have Hypothyroidism and hypertension. But there is absolutely no mention of necessary details like T4, T3 & TSH levels, BP readings, dosage of Levothyroxine being taken and also dosage of other drugs taken. Without any of these details, it is difficult to give any opinion.
In pregnancy first choice drug for hypertension is Methyledopa, then Labetolo and Nifedipine. Olmesartan is contraindicated.
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Since the gingival enlargement is one of the side effects of nifedipine. There are chances of recurrence. You can ask your physician to change nifedipine with any other antihypertensive drugs if possible.

Every medicine which has an effect, it also has side effects. So please avoid self treatment and visit your Proctologist for fresh diagnosis and prescription.

It is generally not used as first line of treatment.
Hypertension at 22 years also needs detailed investigations to find out secondary etiologies
if not done you should have creatinine, electrolytes, usg abdomen with renal doppler done. Also get bp checked in both arms and legs.
You can start taking telmisaratan with chlorthalidone 40/6.25 once a day and increase to 80 mg if necessary.

Which antihypertensive where you taking before you got pragnant? To answer your query, nifedipine and alpha methyldopa are both safe in pragnancy. No effect on baby, not taking those medicine will hv effect on baby, high bp = less blood going to baby, not to over correct and be hypotensive as well, do not adjust dose of your antihypertensive by your self.

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Doing exercises to strengthen the lower back can help alleviate and prevent lower back pain. It can also strengthen the core, leg, and arm muscles. According to researchers, exercise also increases blood flow to the lower back area, which may reduce stiff...more

do you check BP monthly after resting for 10 minutes? If not, do that for 3 months and then post situation. Continue BP medicine meanwhile

Hi, this particular medicine is given for high bp-blood pressure. This swelling may be the result of high bp. If bp is well managed, there is nothing to worry, both mother and baby will be safe. But you need to follow all the advise of your doctor, including timely medication, rest and investigations.

There are faster acting medicines like metoprolol with telmesaratan or beta blocker with nifedipine retard.

Please give hot water fomentation to that area by sitting in a tub of warm water which relaxes that portion and allows wound healing also take laxative s to relieve constipation and ayurvedic jatyadi oil can be used for healing purposes. Some doctors use Asthalin inhalors spray locally to relax that portion. Please consult your doctor for same. Best,