Description

Norvasc

Norvasc is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain, and angina. It belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin II antagonists and angiotensin II receptor blockers.

Norvasc is available in a single dose of 50 milligrams once a day (1.25 mg) and in three different strengths (2.5 mg, 5 mg, and 10 mg).

Important Information

How to use Norvasc

Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. This medication should be used only by the patient, even if their condition appears to be worse or longer-lasting.

Warnings and Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with a known hypersensitivity to Norvasc or any of the ingredients. Norvasc is not FDA approved for the treatment of hypertension, angina, or high blood pressure. It is not known if Norvasc works for angina.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Norvasc. This medication may cause fetal harm. It is not known if Norvasc passes into breast milk. Therefore, this medication should be avoided during breastfeeding.

Use with caution in patients with kidney disease

Use with caution in patients with a history of glomerular filtration problems (eg, patients with pre-existing reduced kidney function, those with a history of glomerulonephritis) or when these conditions are present. In these patients, careful medical history and physical exam should be performed before starting Norvasc. Norvasc should be used with caution in patients with a history of heart failure or kidney disease. Use with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus.

Use with caution in patients with a history of stroke.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Use with caution in patients with a history of angina or high blood pressure. Norvasc may cause fetal harm if taken during pregnancy. If Norvasc is detected in breast milk, it should be used with caution in patients with a history of breast-feeding.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

Store Norvasc at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Use Norvasc exactly as directed on the label. Follow all directions on the label. Do not use any other medication unless directed by your doctor.

Swallow Norvasc whole; do not crush, break, or chew the tablet. Norvasc is to be taken with food.

Norvasc can be taken with or without food. Follow the directions on the prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand.

Use with caution in patients with a history of heart failure or kidney disease. Norvasc may cause fetal harm.

Overdose

In overdose, get medical help right away. Call your local poison control center or the emergency room at first unless directed to do so by a medical professional.

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose. In this case, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

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Amlodipine

Generic name: Norvasc

Brand name: Amlodipine

Brand name: Lisinopril

Brand name: Plavix

Manufacturer: Aurochem

Product description

Description:Amlodipine is a prescription-only medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.

Active Ingredient:

Inactive Ingredients:Croscarmellose sodium, D& C Red No. 28, FD& C Blue No. 1, FD& C Red No. 40, Ferric Oxide, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Titanium Dioxide, Liquid Paraffin, Lactose, Maize Sulphate, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, and Polyethylene Glycol.

Uses:

Amlodipine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in people with diabetes, kidney disease, or other conditions that may cause swelling (swelling of the ankles or feet).

Dosage:The recommended dose of Amlodipine is 10 mg once a day for 5-7 days, usually once a day. Do not increase to 20 mg or more daily. It is important to take this medicine with food at the same time each day to maintain steady levels of this medicine in your body.

Benefits:

• Amlodipine is effective in managing high blood pressure (hypertension) in people with diabetes, kidney disease, or other conditions that may cause swelling (swelling of the ankles or feet).
• Amlodipine can be used to treat high blood pressure in people with diabetes, kidney disease, or other conditions that may cause swelling (swelling of the ankles or feet).
• Amlodipine is also used to reduce fluid retention and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke, particularly in those with pre-existing heart conditions.
• Amlodipine can help lower the risk of angina pectoris (chest pain) and stroke, particularly in those with pre-existing heart conditions.
• It can be used alone or with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
• Amlodipine is also sometimes used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
• Amlodipine can also be used to reduce the risk of angina pectoris (chest pain) and stroke, particularly in those with pre-existing heart conditions.

Side Effects:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness.
• Fatigue or weakness.
• Vomiting.
• Loss of appetite or weight loss.
• Constipation or diarrhea.
• Abdominal pain.
• Itching or bleeding.
• Rash.

Common side effects:

• Stomach or intestinal upset.
• Diarrhea.
• Dry mouth.

Warnings:

• Amlodipine may cause a sudden decrease in blood pressure, and this effect may be dangerous. If you have any of these conditions, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly:
• If your condition persists, call your doctor or seek emergency medical attention.
• If your condition gets worse or lasts more than 1 week, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly:
• If you experience symptoms of heart problems such as chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, weakness, dizziness, or fatigue. If these occur, seek medical assistance immediately.
• If you experience swelling of the ankles or feet, call your doctor immediately.

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Norvasc Amlodipine (5mg) 30 Tablets

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Amlodipine is a brand name for the medication Norvasc. It is a calcium channel blocker used primarily to treat hypertension, angina, and certain types of chest pain.

Brand Names:

Norvasc (Amlodipine) is an FDA-approved drug, approved in 2003 for the treatment of hypertension, as well as for the treatment of chest pain. It was approved by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2007 for the treatment of angina and as well as for the treatment of chest pain.

Amlodipine was approved for the treatment of hypertension in 2004, and for the treatment of angina in 2005.

Uses of Norvasc

Norvasc is used to:

• Treat high blood pressure (hypertension) with an angina (chest pain) or chest pain
• Improve symptoms of chest pain
• Improve symptoms of angina (chest pain) and/or angina (angina) if the blood pressure has increased more than usual (eg, standing up or lying down)

Side Effects

The following are some of the most common side effects of Norvasc.

If you experience any of the following, you should stop taking Norvasc and contact your doctor immediately:

• Chest pain
• Hearing problems
• Fever
• Severe dizziness
• Severe sweating
• Severe, shortness of breath or wheezing
• Vomiting
• Swelling of the ankles, feet, or lower legs

If you experience any of the following, stop taking Norvasc and talk to your doctor about whether you should continue to take the medication. Please continue to take Norvasc. If you experience any of the following, stop taking Norvasc and contact your doctor. If you experience any of the above, stop taking Norvasc and talk to your doctor about whether you should continue to take the medication. Stop taking Norvasc and talk to your doctor if you experience any of the below signs of a severe side effect of the medication: Signs of a severe side effect may include: chest pain, fast or irregular heartbeat, swelling of the ankles and feet, or shortness of breath, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. If you experience these side effects, talk to your doctor about whether you should continue to take the medication. If you experience any of the above signs of a severe side effect of the medication, stop taking Norvasc and talk to your doctor about whether you should continue to take the medication. If you experience any of the above signs, stop taking Norvasc and talk to your doctor about whether you should continue to take the medication. If you experience any of the above symptoms, stop taking Norvasc and talk to your doctor about whether you should continue to take the medication.

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References

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