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1. • • Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of amlodipine in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney, liver, or heart problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving this medicine.
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   What are the side effects of amlodipine?

   • Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: Applies to amlodipine: oral liquid, oral suspension, oral tablet, oral tablet disintegrating. The most commonly reported side effects include headache, edema, rash, fatigue, and dizziness. [Ref]

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   How long does amlodipine last?

   • Peak concentrations of amlodipine occur between 6 and 12 hours of an oral dose. The effect of amlodipine lasts for approximately 24 hours. 7. Interactions Medicines that interact with amlodipine may either decrease its effect, affect how long it works, increase side effects, or have less of an effect when taken with amlodipine.

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   Does amlodipine make you feel dizzy?

   • Amlodipine can make some people feel dizzy. If this happens to you, do not drive a car, ride a bike, or use tools or machinery until you feel better. The most common side effects include headaches, flushing, feeling tired and swollen ankles. These usually improve after a few days.

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   What if I can't take amlodipine?

   • If you cannot take amlodipine or other calcium channel blockers because of side effects, you may be able to switch to another blood pressure-lowering medicine. Your doctor will advise which one is best for you depending on your age, ethnicity and medical history. Are there other medicines for angina?

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   Does amlodipine interact with other medications?

   • Medicines that interact with amlodipine may either decrease its effect, affect how long it works, increase side effects, or have less of an effect when taken with amlodipine. An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of the medications; however, sometimes it does.

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   Can amlodipine cause edema?

   • Amlodipine is a heart medication that may be used for the treatment of angina or to lower blood pressure but it can cause edema in the ankles or feet. 5.

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   Common side effects. These common side effects of amlodipine happen in more than 1 in 100 people. They're usually mild and only last for a short time. There are things you can do to help cope with them: Headaches. Make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Try not to drink too much alcohol.

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   Oct 11, 2024 · Applies to amlodipine: oral liquid, oral suspension, oral tablet, oral tablet disintegrating. General. The most commonly reported side effects include headache, edema, rash, fatigue, and dizziness. Cardiovascular. Very common (10% or more): Edema (up to 14.6%) Common (1% to 10%): Palpitations, ankle edema; Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypotension ...

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   Tell your doctor if you have any increased side effects, such as feeling dizzy, flushing or getting headaches, after eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice. Otherwise, you can eat and drink normally while taking amlodipine.

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   The most common side effects include headaches, flushing, feeling tired and swollen ankles. These usually improve after a few days. Amlodipine can also be called amlodipine besilate, amlodipine maleate or amlodipine mesilate.

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   • How it works. Amlodipine may be used to treat heart conditions such as angina and high blood pressure. Amlodipine inhibits the influx of calcium ions across cardiac (heart) and smooth muscle causing relaxation of these muscles and dilation (widening).
   • Upsides. May be used for the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension), alone or in combination with other agents for high blood pressure. May be used as an ongoing treatment to relieve symptoms such as chest pain in people with chronic stable angina, or angina due to coronary artery spasm.
   • Downsides. If you are between the ages of 18 and 60, take no other medication or have no other medical conditions, side effects you are more likely to experience include
   • Bottom Line. Amlodipine is a heart medication that may be used for the treatment of angina or to lower blood pressure but it can cause edema in the ankles or feet.

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   View amlodipine information, including dose, uses, side-effects, pregnancy, breast feeding, contra-indications, important safety information and directions for administration.

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    Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.