Norvasc To Lower Cholesterol
Generic Norvasc (amlodipine) is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and to treat angina (chest pain).
Norvasc (amlodipine) is a long-acting calcium channel blocker (dihydropyridine) used as an anti-hypertensive and in the treatment of angina. As other calcium channel blockers, amlodipine acts by relaxing the smooth muscle in the arterial wall, decreasing peripheral resistance and hence reducing blood pressure. In angina it increases blood flow to the heart muscle.
Norvasc Side Effects
Norvasc side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible: fainting spells, lightheadedness; irregular heartbeat, chest pain, palpitations; swelling of legs and ankles Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome); drowsiness or dizziness; facial flushing; headache; nausea, vomiting; stomach pain or gas; unusual weakness or tiredness.
Norvasc Dosage
Take Norvasc (amlodipine) tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow the tablets with a drink of water. You can take the tablets with or without food. Take your doses at regular intervals.
Do not take your medicine more often then directed. Do not stop taking except on your prescriber’s advice.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children since special care may be needed. Elderly patients over 65 years old may have a stronger reaction to this medicine and need smaller doses.
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