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Amlodipine Besylate

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The generic name of this medication is amlodipine besylate and brand name is
Norvasc.

The active ingredient of this medication is amlodipine besylate and inactive ingredients include microcrystalline cellulose, dibasic calcium phosphate anhydrous, sodium starch glycolate, and magnesium stearate.

Amlodipine besylate is manufactured by Cipla.

It is primarily used in the treatment of hypertension; angina or chest pain; and other coronary artery disease.

Common Uses:

Used in the treatment of hypertension; angina or chest pain; and other coronary artery disease.

Side Effects:
Dizziness;
Fatigue;
Flushing;
Fluid retention and swelling;
Headache;
Palpitations (flutters or throbbing heartbeat).

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in people with:
Allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients;
Certain forms of severe heart conditions;
A history of liver disease.

Drug Interactions:
There are no known food or drug interactions with amlodipine besylate.

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Atenolol	7.54	6.65	3.7	54
Hydrochlorothiazide	6.79	6.19	2.78	33
Amlodipine Besylate	6.5	5.35	3.18	14
Lisinopril	5.91	5.58	3.38	91
Ramipril	4.3	4.48	4.46	23
Losartan Potassium	3.18	4.43	5.24	38

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Effectiveness of Amlodipine Besylate by Condition

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Effectiveness on "High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)"

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Amlodipine Besylate, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	6.5%	3.2%	83.9%	6.5%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	12.9%	9.7%	67.7%	9.7%	0%
Blood Pressure	12.5%	12.5%	31.2%	28.1%	15.6%
Breathing	6.2%	12.5%	71.9%	6.2%	3.1%
Confidence	6.5%	6.5%	77.4%	9.7%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	12.9%	9.7%	71%	6.5%	0%
Digestion	9.7%	3.2%	80.6%	6.5%	0%
Emotional Well-being	6.5%	6.5%	83.9%	3.2%	0%
Energy	15.6%	21.9%	53.1%	6.2%	3.1%
Eyesight	3.2%	9.7%	77.4%	9.7%	0%
Memory	3.1%	12.5%	71.9%	12.5%	0%
Mental Clarity	6.5%	9.7%	77.4%	3.2%	3.2%
Pain	6.5%	9.7%	80.6%	3.2%	0%
Patience	6.2%	9.4%	78.1%	6.2%	0%
Sexual Health	3.2%	9.7%	77.4%	6.5%	3.2%
Skin Complexion	12.9%	9.7%	77.4%	0%	0%
Sleep	12.5%	21.9%	53.1%	6.2%	6.2%
Stress Level	12.5%	9.4%	65.6%	12.5%	0%

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Commonly Reported Amlodipine Besylate Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Allergic Reaction	86.2%	10.3%	0%	0%	3.4%
Anxiety	66.7%	0%	33.3%	0%	0%
Asthma	86.2%	6.9%	6.9%	0%	0%
Blurred Vision	83.3%	16.7%	0%	0%	0%
Breathing Difficulties	66.7%	16.7%	0%	0%	16.7%
Cold Hands and/or Feet	79.3%	10.3%	3.4%	3.4%	3.4%
Confusion	83.3%	16.7%	0%	0%	0%
Constipation	66.7%	25%	4.2%	0%	4.2%
Depression	73.3%	6.7%	10%	6.7%	3.3%
Diarrhea	66.7%	33.3%	0%	0%	0%
Dizziness	69%	13.8%	3.4%	3.4%	10.3%
Drowsiness	76.7%	3.3%	13.3%	3.3%	3.3%
Fatigue	46.7%	10%	23.3%	6.7%	13.3%
Gas	50%	33.3%	16.7%	0%	0%
Headache	82.8%	10.3%	3.4%	0%	3.4%
Insomnia	66.7%	10%	0%	13.3%	10%
Irregular Heartbeat	83.3%	0%	16.7%	0%	0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping	66.7%	7.4%	7.4%	11.1%	7.4%
Loss of Taste	88.9%	3.7%	3.7%	3.7%	0%
Mood Swings	83.3%	0%	16.7%	0%	0%
Muscle Cramping	50%	33.3%	0%	16.7%	0%
Nausea	89.7%	3.4%	0%	0%	6.9%
Sexual Dysfunction	66.7%	16.7%	0%	0%	16.7%
Skin Rash	78.3%	4.3%	13%	0%	4.3%
Slow Heartbeat	85.2%	11.1%	3.7%	0%	0%
Stomach Ache	83.3%	16.7%	0%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Amlodipine Besylate Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Abnormal / Vivid Dreams	82.8%	10.3%	3.4%	3.4%	0%
Anemia	87%	0%	13%	0%	0%
Change in Weight	73.3%	10%	10%	0%	6.7%
Cough	69%	13.8%	6.9%	10.3%	0%
Decrease in Blood Pressure	46.7%	20%	26.7%	6.7%	0%
Elevated Blood Sugar	96.6%	3.4%	0%	0%	0%
Fever	95.7%	0%	0%	4.3%	0%
Gout	89.7%	0%	6.9%	0%	3.4%
Hair Growth	96.6%	3.4%	0%	0%	0%
Heartburn	86.2%	3.4%	10.3%	0%	0%
Irregular Heartbeat	82.6%	0%	4.3%	8.7%	4.3%
Kidney Damage	96.6%	0%	3.4%	0%	0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping	33.3%	33.3%	33.3%	0%	0%
Muscle / Joint Pain	73.3%	10%	3.3%	6.7%	6.7%
Reduced Libido	80%	20%	0%	0%	0%
Sexual Dysfunction	82.6%	8.7%	4.3%	4.3%	0%
Stuffy Nose	75.9%	6.9%	3.4%	3.4%	10.3%
Swelling around the Eyes	89.7%	3.4%	3.4%	0%	3.4%
Swelling of Extremities	87%	0%	4.3%	4.3%	4.3%

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Episodes since taking Amlodipine Besylate

Since taking Amlodipine Besylate Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:

Auto Accident	1.5%
Fall	3%

Hospitalization	3%
Stroke	1.5%

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18 Jul 2020	Since the day I took this medication I've been so sick that I went to the hospital emergency room three times. I'm off the pill. How do I get rid of the side effects that are making me so sick? —Posted by bashie1029@aol.com Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
15 May 2016	I have been taking Amlodipine Besylate for 9-1/2 weeks. I was completely satisfied with it until recently I started feeling extremely tired thru out the day. I switch to taken it at night a couple of days ago and that seem to have helped the daytime tiredness. I am concerned about possible skin rash and hair loss. I was previous on Varsartan 40 mg, which could have contribute to mild hair loss. But at the time I wasn't paying attention until I read that Amlodipine causes hair loss. I am also getting bumps under the skin that come and goes. The rash just started the last couple of weeks. —Posted by Sue Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
02 May 2016	I have been taking amlodipine Besylate for over 1 year. I did really well on it at first. I started seeing brusing on my arm. then my hand. looks like was bleeding inside. Then the pain in my arms started hurting for about 2 months. Then my fingers & toes began to feel numbness , tingling , swelling feet and hands. I stopped take this medication 1/16 . Now it is 5/16. the side effects are still present even after 5 months. I still have sleepless nights of pain , numbness , tingling, burning sensations & swelling in feet and hands. My doctor is not familiar with my side effects. he says it's is rare. Not sure what to do. Do not take this medicine it is very dangerous —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
30 Jan 2012	I feel it has helped to lower my blood pressure. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
11 Aug 2010	seems to be working fine —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use