Amlodipine is a medication used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart)......Read The Full Article>>.....Read The Full Article>>
It belongs to a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers, which work by relaxing the blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily and reducing the workload on the heart.
The usual starting dose is 5 mg once daily and the maintenance dose is usually between 5-10mg. It may take up to 4 weeks to see the full effects of amlodipine.
Common side effects include swelling of the legs, feet, or ankles, headache, and flushing (feeling of warmth). More serious side effects include chest pain, slow or irregular heartbeat, or signs of an allergic reaction.
It’s important to tell your doctor about all other medications you are taking, as well as any medical conditions you have, before starting treatment with amlodipine. Also, it’s important to have regular check-ups with your doctor to monitor your blood pressure and check for any side effects while taking this medication.
It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well, because hypertension often has no symptoms.
It is also important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, such as eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and not smoking, to help manage your blood pressure.
Amlodipine may cause some drug interactions with other medications such as blood thinner, diuretics, and some anti-inflammatory drugs. It is important to inform your doctor of all medications you are taking before starting amlodipine.
