Norvasc

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Norvasc (Amlodipine) Information : NORVASC (amlodipine) is a type of medicine called a long-acting calcium channel blocker (CCB). NORVASC (amlodipine) is used to treat high blood pressure (also called “hypertension,” “high-per-TEN-shun.”) NORVASC (amlodipine) is also used to treat a type of chest pain called angina ("ANN-ji-nuh"). Angina is often a pain or pressure in your chest that keeps coming back when part of your heart does not get enough blood. NORVASC (amlodipine) works to relax your blood vessels. This lets your blood flow more easily and helps lower your blood pressure. This means that blood pressure can be lower, and angina pain can be reduced or controlled.

Norvasc (Amlodipine) Side Effects : NORVASC (amlodipine) Side Effects that may go away during treatment, include nausea, fatigue, weakness, stomach pain, drowsiness, muscle cramps, headache, or flushing. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience swelling of your feet or legs; tender, bleeding, or swollen gums; worsening chest pain (attacks are more frequent, more severe, or last longer); yellowing of the eyes or skin; dark urine; a fast or irregular heartbeat; or difficulty breathing. AN ALLERGIC REACTION TO THIS MEDICINE IS UNLIKELY, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

You can take NORVASC (amlodipine) safely with (or without) food. NORVASC (amlodipine) can also be taken with grapefruit juice. (Grapefruit juice can affect the way your body breaks down many medicines.) It’s also ok to take NORVASC (amlodipine) with drugs you buy off the shelf, like Advil® or Maalox®. You can take it with many prescription drugs, including other high blood pressure medicines. Only your healthcare provider can tell you if NORVASC (amlodipine) is right for you. Amlodipine ("am-LOW-dih-peen") is the active ingredient in NORVASC (amlodipine). People who are allergic to NORVASC (amlodipine) should not take this drug.

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