Amlodipine

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Amlodipine Information



Amlodipine Benefits & Uses

Amlodipine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Amlodipine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
Geriatric
  • Disease: Chest Pain
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Chest Pain
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily


Amlodipine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlodipine is used -

Moderate

Mild

Amlodipine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Amlodipine safe for pregnant women?


    Amlodipine shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Amlodipine safe during breastfeeding?


    Information about safety of Amlodipine for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Amlodipine on the Kidneys?


    Amlodipine may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Amlodipine on the Liver?


    Amlodipine may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Amlodipine on the Heart?


    Amlodipine is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Amlodipine with Other Drugs

Amlodipine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Amlodipine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlodipine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Amlodipine

  • Is this Amlodipine habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Amlodipine has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Amlodipine since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Amlodipine should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Amlodipine for mental disorders.

    No

Amlodipine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Amlodipine


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Amlodipine together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodipine


    Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

    Mild


Frequently asked Questions about Amlodipine

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Amlodipine without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Amlodipine is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Amlodipine cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Amlodipine has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Amlodipine cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Amlodipine can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.

Question about 4 years ago

Can i take Amlodipine with seafood ?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlodipine has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug. 

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Amlodipine along with ibuprofen?

Yes, Amlodipine can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norvasc® (amlodipine besylate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 540, 549, 550

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 147-148

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