Amlodipine Bestylate
2 Topics FoundWHAT DOES THIS DRUG DO? WHAT IS HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? ## Hi Carolyn, Amlodipine is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard. Learn More: Amlodipine Details According to the Mayo Clinic, high blood pressure is a common condition in which the force of the blood against your artery walls is high enough that it may eventually cause health problems, such as heart disease. Blood pressure is determined by the amount of blood your heart pumps and the amount of resistance to blood flow in your arteries. The more blood your heart pumps and the narrower your arteries, the higher your blood pressure. I hope this info helps to answer your q...
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Is there a difference in plan amlodipine and amlodipine Besylate? ## No, Amlodipine Besylate is just the full name of the drug, many just refer to it as Amlodipine. It is commonly prescribed in the US under the brand name Norvasc, it is used to help treat high blood pressure and angina. Some common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and indigestion. You can read more here: Did you have any other questions?
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