Za Pharmacy
Drugs, Supplies and Delivery
Amlodipine
It relaxes smooth muscles inside your blood vessels, causing a drop in blood pressure and reducing the workload on your heart.
Amlodipine dosage forms in the pharmacy are: Norvasc, Amlor, Norliqva & kateriza
Uses:
1-angina (chest pain)
2- High blood pressure
angina pectoris
High blood pressure
The initial dose is 5 mg once daily, which can be increased to 10 mg once daily for more control
You may experience some of the following side effects:
| Common | Uncommon |
Asthenia. Constipation Diarrhea Dyspepsia Dyspnea. Gastrointestinal disorders. Muscle cramps. Edema (Swelling in the legs). Visual disturbance. | anxiety. arrhythmias. chest pain. cough. dry mouth. gynecomastia. hyperhidrosis. hypotension. insomnia. malaise. mood altered. numbness. rhinitis. Taste alteration. Tinnitus. Tremors. Urinary disorders. |
Pregnancy: Benefits must be weighed against potential risks to the fetus.
Lactation: Best avoided during lactation.
Liver dysfunction: Dosage should be started as low as possible and increased gradually.
