Common uses
This medicine is a calcium channel blocker used to control high blood
pressure or angina (chest pain). Reducing high blood pressure helps
prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems.
Before using
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine.
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE
IF YOU ARE TAKING ANOTHER MEDICINE THAT CONTAINS AMLODIPINE. ADDITIONAL
MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are also
taking other medicines for high blood pressure (e.g., beta-blockers,
diuretics), intravenous (IV) calcium, or other medicines for chest pain
such as nitroglycerin. DO NOT START OR STOP any medicine without doctor
or pharmacist approval. Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions including heart disease, liver disease, allergies, pregnancy,
or breast-feeding. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have a
history of low blood pressure. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor.
This medicine may be taken on an empty stomach or with food. STORE THIS
MEDICINE at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30
degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light.
CONTINUE TO TAKE THIS MEDICINE even if you feel well. Do not miss any
doses. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. IF YOU
MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE and remember it the same day, take it as
soon as possible. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the
missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2
doses at once.
Cautions
DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you have had an allergic reaction to it or
are allergic to any ingredient in this product. DO NOT STOP TAKING THIS
MEDICINE without discussing it with your doctor. IF YOU ARE TAKING THIS
MEDICINE FOR ANGINA, it will not relieve the pain of an acute attack if
taken at the time of the acute attack. It prevents or reduces the number
of angina attacks only if you take it on a regular schedule. THIS
MEDICINE MAY CAUSE DIZZINESS. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do
anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to
this medicine. SIT UP OR STAND SLOWLY from a seated or lying position to
allow your body time to adjust. WHEN YOU BEGIN USING THIS MEDICINE, it
may cause a headache, which usually lasts for a short time. With
continued use of the medicine, headache usually becomes less noticeable.
LIMIT INTAKE OF ALCOHOL while taking this medicine. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check
with your doctor. This includes cough and cold products or diet aids
because they may contain ingredients that could increase your heart rate
or blood pressure. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of these
products. WHILE YOU ARE USING THIS MEDICINE, brush and floss your teeth
carefully to reduce swelling and tenderness of your gums. CAUTION IS
ADVISED WHEN USING THIS MEDICINE IN THE ELDERLY because they may be more
sensitive to the effects of this medicine. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON
BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of
using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS
EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
Possible side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go occur while taking this medicine include
nausea, fatigue, weakness, stomach pain, drowsiness, muscle cramps,
headache, or flushing. If they continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience swelling
of your feet or legs; tender, bleeding, or swollen gums; worsening chest
pain (attacks are more frequent, more severe, or last longer); yellowing
of the eyes or skin; dark urine; a fast or irregular heartbeat; or
difficulty breathing. AN ALLERGIC REACTION TO THIS MEDICINE IS UNLIKELY,
but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an
allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
If you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness,
fainting, and a fast heartbeat. |
