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
- Low blood pressure (4%)
- Diarrhea (2%)
- Rash (2%)
- Stomach irritation (2%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Slow heartbeat
Nimodipine 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
The following Nimodipine 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:
Less common
Blurred vision
chest pain or discomfort
confusion
difficult or labored breathing
fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
shortness of breath
slow or irregular heartbeat
sweating
swelling
tightness in the chest
unusual tiredness or weakness
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
Abdominal or stomach cramps, discomfort, or pain
back pain
blemishes on the skin
discouragement
feeling sad or empty
headache
indigestion
irritability
lack or loss of appetite
loss of interest or pleasure
nausea or vomiting
rash
swollen mouth and tongue
tiredness
trouble concentrating
trouble sleeping
unpleasant taste
urge to have bowel movement
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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