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Nifedipine for High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
Why It Is Used
Nifedipine is sometimes used in late pregnancy to control moderate to severe Reference high blood pressure Opens New Window.
Among the general population, nifedipine is used to treat migraines, high blood pressure, and heart problems.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: November 5, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine
Reference William Gilbert, MD - Maternal and Fetal Medicine |
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