Use Of Amlodipine

What is this drug prescribed for? ## I've been put on these tablets now for 2 weeks and ive got alot of bruising on my behind and its very itchy. Can you tell me if this is a side effect please? ## Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and angina. I suggest talking to your doctor, blood disorders can be a rare side effect and that may be causing the bruising.

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Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker medication used to treat high blood pressure and coronary artery disease.[6] While not typically recommended in heart failure, amlodipine may be used if other medications are not sufficient for treating high blood pressure or heart-related chest pain.[7] It is taken by mouth and has an effect that lasts for at least a day.[6] Common side effects include swelling, feeling tired, abdominal pain, and nausea.&...

I was prescribed Amlodipine 2 weeks ago. I'm 69 years old and it is making me sick. Can I stop this med safely? Thank you ## Amlodipine is most commonly prescribed to help lower high blood pressure, and to treat certain cardiac conditions, if it was prescribed for you, you should consulted your doctor, before stopping it, so they can help you safely switch to a different medication. If you suddenly stop it, on your own, you create the risk of the condition being treated becoming dangerous. According to FDA reports, Amlodipine has been known to cause nausea, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, and increased urination as side effects, but typically, such side effects will improve, as your body gets used to the medication, however, that may take about 4 to 5 weeks. Ref: Amlodipine Informat...

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It happens one year ago. I felt dizzy sometimes. Doc said I got high blood. Sometimes up sometimes down. Doc gave me 2.5mg. But the dizzy still there sometimes plus I always have headache, tiredness, lip dry and always go toilet. And I realise when I get angry I feel dizzy. I wonder is it cos of the medicine? Before I only feel dizzy. Just slight dizzy. Now the dizzy is like worse. Any advice?

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Levamlodipine (INN), also known as levoamlodipine or S-amlodipine is a pharmacologically active enantiomer of amlodipine.[1] Amlodipine belongs to the dihydropyridine group of calcium channel blocker used as an antihypertensive and antianginal agent.[2] Levamlodipine is currently marketed in Russia under the brand name EsCordi Cor (Actavis Pharma), in Brazil under the brand name Novanlo (Biolab Sanus) and in India under the trade names Eslo (Zuventus Healthcar...

what is the difference between ran amlodipine and norvasc amlodipine? ## Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) and RAN-Amlodipine are both one in the same. Both are also known as just Amlodipine. One just has a more precise description. You can view more info about Amlodipine in the link below: Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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My boyfriend recently accidentally took his medicine twice. He takes 5 mg amlodipine once a day he got up early this morning took his meds and then took more 3 hours later because he forgot. Will this hurt him? ## Hi, Kim! Any time that you are worried about the health and safety of a loved one due to taking too much medication, you should immediately call poison control, or seek assistance from your nearest emergency medical treatment facility. How is he doing? Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that's used to help lower high blood pressure and treat certain cardiac conditions. In reality, taking two tablets of the 5mg dosage wouldn't be an overdose, since it is also available in that dosage, it's just more than he should be taking. What may happen though is that his b...

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my pill have 54 over 233,suppose to be amlodipine. what is it. ## Hello, Reverend! How are you? That is correct, this tablet contains 10mgs of Amlodipine, which is a calcium channel blocker that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and some cardiac conditions. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, hypotension and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I started taking this med 8 days ago...and well in a nutshell i feel horrible! Hand and feet swelling, dizzy, stomach pain..always sore and tired...this was prescribed for raynaud (severe) syndrome..it hasnt helped that...my blood pressure and heart are fine with taking metoprolol and has been fine for over 10 years...my high blood pressure is caused by kidney damage caused by scleroderma and lupus..my question is, can i stop taking it....NOW and w/o tapering...also i was just prescribed nitroglycerin creme to apply to fingers and that seems to work..hard to tell till i stop the amlodipine..thoughts? I feel like im dying my chest hurts too! ## It may take about 4 to 5 weeks for it to reach its full level of efficacy in the body to see how well it will work for you. Has anything changed?...

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I was taking lisinopril 5mg for high blood pressure and had severe stomach and back pain after taking the med for 3 weeks. My MD switched me to amlodipine 5mg and the same side effects after 2 weeks. Since they are both calcium channel blockers, should I ask for a different class of drug to control my blood pressure? ## Hello, Susan! How are you feeling? These are not both calcium channel blockers, Lisinopril is actually an ACE inhibitor. It is also normal to experience side effects for the first 4 to 5 weeks you are taking a new medication, but they are typically transient and go away with time, once your body adjusts. However, if your pain is that severe, then yes, you may need to try yet another class of medications to lower your blood pressure. One option would be to try one of the ...

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being a highblood pressure ptnt I take cardece10mg daily,now my doc. advice me to take another 2.5mg amlodopine,now it is give gd result or not ? ## Has your blood pressure levels still been high? If so, yes, you may need to add another medication, or switch to a different to help bring it down as fast and as safely as possible. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Are these the only medications you currently take?

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how fast does Mylan Amlodipine bring your blood pressure to acceptable levels ## It is a calcium channel blocker, so it will start having some effect in a few days, but will take about 4 to 6 weeks, before it reaches its full effects in your body. It may also cause side effects, such as nausea, headache, dizziness and stomach pain. Learn more Amlodipine details here. How high is your blood pressure?

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I have been taking amlodipine for about 3 months. I started on 5 mg then 10 mg. Now back to 5 because of swelling of the ankles. I also have stiffness in the muscles and frequent urination at night which the doctor doesn't think it's the pills, although it started at the same time. Would taking them at night instead of morning help? ## Hello, Jo! How are you? Yes, those can be side effects of this medication, as reported by the FDA. You may also experience nausea, dizziness and dry cough. However, since it's still continuing this far into taking it, that likely means that these symptoms will not improve and you may need to switch medications. Is there anything else I can help with?

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CAN I TAKE AMODIPINE TOGETHER WITH OMACOR (FISH OIL) ## Can I take amlodipine 5 mg. everyday together with omacor (fish oil) ## Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that is primarily used to treat high blood pressure and cardiac conditions. You should check with your doctor first, however, Fish Oil is often given to blood pressure and cardiac patients, since it has been shown to be good for heart function and to reduce some cholesterol levels. Are there any other questions or comments?

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Hi can i eat banana after taking amlodipine 5 mg? pls help.. i'm a high bllod pressure patient.. s ## Yes, unless your doctor has instructed you not to do so. Some medications like this can cause an increase in potassium levels, but generally you just shouldn't increase the amount of that you take in, but should maintain your normal diet. Learn more Amlodipine details here. Did your doctor or pharmacist tell you to avoid bananas?

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My pharmacist changed my regular amlodipine 5 mg zyd to amlodipine besylate 5 mg which is a much bigger pill. Is this the right dosage? I am thinking of taking it back to the pharmacy...I hate it when they make changes and say nothing! ## It is the same medication, just manufactured by a different company, this is very common with generics. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Need to know if this is code for amlodipine tablets with walmart brns packagng ## I'm sorry, I'm not sure I quite understand what you're asking. There is a 5mg Amlodipine tablet with the marking of IG 238 that is white and round, it's manufactured by InvaGen Pharmaceuticals. It is available to any pharmacy in the U.S. to have in stock and is also repackaged by Blu Pharmaceuticals and Solco Healthcare. Learn more Amlodipine details here. Did I answer your question? If not, please post back and I'll gladly help you! Thanks!

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Is it safe to take them both? ## Hello, Lisa! How are you? Are you referring to the weight gain product, CB-1? If you're taking Amlodipine for high blood pressure or a heart problem, then you need to check with your doctor before changing your weight. Gaining weight could actually worsen either condition and put your health more at risk.

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what would be the side effect of S-Amlodipine when i take it for 10 years. ## Virtually all of the medications that are used to treat hypertension and/or cardiac conditions carry possible risks with long-term use. Are regular blood tests being done? That's usually how any problems are found early, so you'll know if you need to try a different medication. Blood tests are done that usually include your a liver and kidney panel. It is rare for it to happen, but these medications may cause some liver or kidney damage. Learn more Amlodipine details here. However, what you also have to remember is, as I said, that risk is very small, so the risk to you is far greater if you would leave such medical conditions run untreated and out of control. How often do you take it?

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i am taking nebicardsm for one and half year. now i am suffering from swelling of gums. is there any relation of amlodipin e? my dentist suggested me to change the drug. ## Nebicard-SM contains two active ingredients, Nebivolol and Amlodipine. Learn more Nebivolol details here and you can learn more Amlodipine details here. And I haven't found anything like that listed for either one of them, but your dentist may be speaking from experience about what he's learned can cause this to happen. Have you tried switching to a different medication? ## I am 66yrs senior citzn from INDIA.for swelling of gums no medicine worked out effectively. So for the past 3 yrs I tried my own preparation of alum mixed with boiling water and salt and kept in mouthwash containers and rinced my mouth at ...

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