Question

What are the effects of a baby accidentally eating blood pressure medication?

Answer

If a baby accidentally ingests the blood pressure medication “Nifedipine Tablets” and shows no signs of abnormality within 8 hours, there is usually no need to worry. Nifedipine Tablets are effective in dilating coronary arteries and lowering blood pressure, with relatively few side effects. They are mainly used for treating angina pectoris in coronary heart disease and hypertension. The medication takes effect within 15 minutes of oral administration, reaches its peak efficacy within 1-2 hours, and its effects can last for 4-8 hours. Therefore, if there are no obvious abnormalities in the baby after 8 hours, there is no need to be anxious.