Nifedipine in hypertension and heart failure.

The use of nifedipine in patients with hypertension, heart failure, and acute myocardial infarction is discussed. Data from over a ten-year period are presented. Results indicate that nifedipine, although frequently prescribed as an antianginal agent, is also useful as an antihypertensive agent, especially when used concomitantly with other drugs. Its ability to cause fluctuations in blood pressure remains a shortcoming, however.