Question:
Ever take prescribed Cardizen CD? Swelling?

I am waiting for approval for weight-loss surgery. I have swelling in the lower legs and BIG lumps on the inner-thighs that make walking harder, not to mention wearing pants! I have been taking Cardizen CD (for blood pressure) for years and saw recently on the Internet that one side effect is swelling of the hands, legs, and feet. Anyone else have this problem? If so, did you change meds and if so, did that help? Thanks so much.    — Ferrante (posted on February 25, 2006)

February 25, 2006
hi mark, i was taking cardizen cd,yes it did the same and also gave me thrash, so my dr changed me to benicar hct, talk to your dr, he may change you if need be
   — peace

February 27, 2006
The swelling in your lower legs possibly could be from the Cardizem CD. It also could be from venous insuffiency or varicose veins from being obese. The lumps on your inner thighs are from your legs rubbing together causing friction and infections. If you've taken this drug for years it's unlikely that these things are caused by the drug, reactions to drugs happen within the first few months of starting them. Good Luck on your approval
   — goldroses