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Citrus Fruits and Calcium Channel Blockers: What You Need to Know About the Dangerous Interaction Dec 12, 2025

Citrus Fruits and Calcium Channel Blockers: What You Need to Know About the Dangerous Interaction

Grapefruit and other citrus fruits can dangerously increase the levels of certain blood pressure medications like felodipine and amlodipine. This interaction can cause severe drops in blood pressure, dizziness, and even hospitalization. Learn which fruits to avoid and safer alternatives.