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Hi has anyone been given nifedipine 30mg for blood pressure and white finger

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Hi, I'm on 10mgx3daily as I have Raynaud's in my hands. I have read on the enclosed leaflet that it can be used for blood pressure.

I would of thought it has been given to you for white finger as it opens the blood capillaries to help with circulation.

Hope this helps.

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svanseghe57

yes. for Raynaud's and I have not had any side effects.

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