Norvasc is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to amlodipine, other dihydropyridines, or any of the inactive ingredients
In humans, experience with intentional overdosage of NORVASC is limited
It can cause serious side
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Drug Interactions
Ischemic Heart Disease
Indications and Usage for Norvasc
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HD/PD: no adjustment; no supplement
Excessive lowering of blood pressure during initiation of Norvasc treatment can occur (especially in patients taking
This topic last updated: Aug 03, 2022
NORVASC is contraindicated in patients with known sensitivity to amlodipine
burning, crawling, itching, numbness
To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor if you: have ever had an allergic reaction to amlodipine or any other medicine
How and when to take it
Nausea
Norvasc brand name and Norvasc generic
The management of calcium channel blocker intoxication is presented separately
Increased angina
Amlodipine is relatively cheaper than cilnidipine and minimises BP variability, thereby reducing the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events, whereas data from human trials with cilnidipine are still lacking
People with liver problems
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CAS number: 111470-99-6
Norvasc is a medication used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina)
Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems
risk of QT prolongation, cardiac arrhythmias, CNS depression, psychomotor impairment, anticholinergic adverse effects (additive effects) tranylcypromine
St John's wort, a herbal remedy taken for depression, is thought to affect the way amlodipine works
Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed
Amlodipine besylate is a white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of 567
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