The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Swelling in the arms, hands, legs, or feet (up to 17%)
- Headache (up to 15%)
- Flushing (up to 7%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Low energy
- Stomach upset
- Dizziness
- Constipation
Felodipine ER serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Dangerously low blood pressure: dizziness, lightheadedness, pale skin, feeling faint
Source: DailyMed
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The following Felodipine ER side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
Bloating or swelling of face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
rapid weight gain
tingling of hands or feet
unusual weight gain or loss
Less common
Body aches or pain
chills
difficulty in breathing
ear congestion
headache
loss of voice
unusual tiredness or weakness
Incidence not known
Blurred vision
chest pain, tightness, or heaviness
confusion
congestion
cough producing mucus
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly
fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat
general feeling of discomfort or illness
hoarseness
joint pain
large, hive-like swelling on face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
loss of appetite
muscle aches and pains
pain or discomfort in arms, jaw, back, or neck
pale skin
shivering
shortness of breath
sweating
swelling or puffiness of face
tender or swollen glands in neck
trouble in swallowing
trouble sleeping
troubled breathing with exertion
unusual bleeding or bruising
voice changes
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
Feeling of warmth
redness of the face, neck, arms and occasionally, upper chest
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Less common
Acid or sour stomach
belching
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
indigestion
lack or loss of strength
skin rash
stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
Incidence not known
Bloated or full feeling
bloody nose
burning while urinating
decreased interest in sexual intercourse
difficult or painful urination
difficulty in moving
discouragement
disturbed color perception
double vision
excess air or gas in stomach or intestines
feeling sad or empty
fear or nervousness
frequent strong or increased urge to urinate
halos around lights
hives or welts
inability to have or keep an erection
increased need to urinate
increased volume of pale or dilute urine
irritability
loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
loss of interest or pleasure
muscle cramps or stiffness
night blindness
overbright appearance of lights
pain or tenderness around eyes and cheekbones
passing gas
passing urine more often
redness of skin
sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
sores, welting, or blisters
swelling of the breasts or breast soreness in both females and males
swollen joints
tiredness
trouble concentrating
tunnel vision
unable to sleep
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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