Healthdirect Free Australian health advice you can count on.

Medical problem? Call 1800 022 222. If you need urgent medical help, call triple zero immediately

healthdirect Australia is a free service where you can talk to a nurse or doctor who can help you know what to do.

beginning of content

Search results for: "Calcium Channel Blockers"

Calcium channel blockers (CCB)

Calcium channel blockers (CCB) can treat angina, high blood pressure and some heart rhythm problems. Learn about how they work and their side effects.

Read more

Blood pressure medicines

Blood pressure medicines ('antihypertensives'), such as ACE inhibitors, calcium channel blockers and diuretics help manage high blood pressure.

Read more

Raynaud's phenomenon

Raynaud's disease causes skin colour changes, numbness and pain triggered by cold or stress. Learn about its causes and treatment options.

Read more

Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)

ACE inhibitors and ARBs are commonly taken for hypertension. They work by relaxing your blood vessels. You shouldn’t take ACE inhibitors and ARBs together.

Read more

Anal fissure

An anal fissure is a small tear or split in the skin that lines the anus. Learn what causes anal fissures and how to prevent them.

Read more

Chest tightness and discomfort

Chest tightness and discomfort can be caused by many things. Learn more about the causes and treatment of chest tightness and how to prevent it.

Read more

Cardiac ablation

Cardiac ablation is a medical procedure to treat irregular heart rhythms such as atrial fibrillation. Learn what’s involved, benefits, risks, recovery and alternatives.

Read more

High blood pressure and how to lower it

You can lower your blood pressure with lifestyle changes and medicines. Get tips on controlling your blood pressure if you have hypertension.

Read more

Healthdirect 24hr 7 days a week hotline

24 hour health advice you can count on

1800 022 222

Government Accredited with over 140 information partners

We are a government-funded service, providing quality, approved health information and advice

Australian Government, health department logo ACT Government logo New South Wales government logo Northern Territory Government logo Queensland Government logo Government of South Australia logo Tasmanian government logo Victorian government logo Government of Western Australia logo

Healthdirect Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners and to Elders both past and present.