Calcium Channel Blockers
Care Before the Procedure
- Review medical history, allergies, and current medications.
- Assess baseline blood pressure and heart rate.
- Discuss potential side effects like swelling, dizziness, or palpitations.
- Avoid starting if severe hypotension or heart block is present.
Care During the Procedure
- Take as prescribed, at the same time each day.
- Monitor blood pressure, heart rate, and symptoms.
- Report ankle swelling, flushing, or severe dizziness.
- Avoid abrupt discontinuation without the physician’s guidance.
Care After the Procedure
- Attend regular follow-up for blood pressure and heart monitoring.
- Continue lifestyle modifications: diet, exercise, weight management.
- Adjust dose or medication type under medical supervision.
- Report any worsening symptoms or new cardiovascular issues promptly.
Eligibility
- Patients with hypertension requiring blood pressure control.
- Individuals with chronic angina to reduce chest pain.
- Patients with certain supraventricular arrhythmias needing heart rate control.
- High-risk cardiovascular patients requiring vasodilation therapy.
- Review medical history, allergies, and current medications.
- Assess baseline blood pressure and heart rate.
- Discuss potential side effects like swelling, dizziness, or palpitations.
- Avoid starting if severe hypotension or heart block is present.
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