Norvasc

Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) may be described as a calcium channel blocker medication. This medication relaxes the blood vessels so the heart is not burdened to pump extra hard. However, Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) is unable to stop chest pain once it commences.

Furthermore, Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) may also be described as a white, crystalline powder, which is slightly soluble in water and sparingly soluble in ethanol.

Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) is used to effectively treat and control angina (chest pain) by increasing the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart and also keeping one’s blood pressure under control.

Furthermore, Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) is used to effectively lower high cholesterol levels and treat persons suffering from coronary artery disease (blocked arteries of the heart) as well.

Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) is available in capsule form, which may usually be taken once daily with food or milk since this medication may cause a stomach upset, but only after you have consulted your health care professional. You must be sure to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of this medication you do not understand.

Furthermore, you must also be sure to take Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) exactly as directed and refrain from taking a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether taking this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) without prior confirmation from your health care professional.

Lastly, while on an ongoing course of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate), avoid drinking grapefruit juice or eating grapefruit at least for 1 hour before or for 2 hours after taking this medication. However, you must be sure to speak with your health care professional before using any kind of salt substitutes containing potassium. If your health care professional has prescribed a low – salt or low – sodium diet, while you are on an ongoing course of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate), you must be sure to follow these directions carefully.

While on an ongoing course of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) if you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.

Sometimes, Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) may cause the patient to experience dizziness, lightheadedness, palpitations, headaches, flushing, impotence, dyspepsia and nausea.

Furthermore, Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) may cause the patient to experience Gynecomastia (development of breasts in men), fluid retention, insomnia, tachycardia, hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), body tremors and fatigue.

Lastly, while on an ongoing course of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate), you must inform your health care professional if you experience more frequent or more severe angina (chest pain).

If you are on an ongoing course of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.

Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements or herbal products, whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.

Sometimes, Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) interacts with various medications, such as Phenylephrine, Conivaptan, Fentanyl (Duragesic), Cyclosporine, Pseudoephedrine, Ibuprofen and Naproxen.

In case of an overdose of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate), call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Furthermore, an overdose of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) may cause one to experience dizziness, fainting spells or rapid heartbeats.

Your health care professional will order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate), monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else share your prescribed dosage of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Furthermore, if you need to undergo any kind of surgery including dental surgery or you conceive whilst on a course of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive. It is unknown whether Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) passes into breast milk or not.

Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate). It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional. While on an ongoing course of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate), you must also refrain from driving a car or operating any kind of machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Store Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.

Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. You must also speak with your pharmacist, health care professional or consult your local waste disposal company about the proper method by which you can safely and effectively discard any unused medication.

It is important for the patient to know that before consuming Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate); they must inform their health care professional, if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from heart complications, such as high blood pressure or Aortic Stenosis (a structural heart complication), liver complications, low HDL – C or kidney complications. You must also be certain to inform your health care professional if you smoke.

Furthermore, consult your health care professional prior to commencing a course of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate), since your health care professional may also provide you with another medication. However, you need to take a few precautions, which your health care professional will inform you about, before and during the ongoing course of this medication.

Lastly, while on an ongoing course of Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate), you must be sure to inform your health care professional whether you are currently on an ongoing course of or if within the last 2 weeks, you have taken any prescription or non – prescription medications, such as Fentanyl (Duragesic) for high blood pressure or any other kind of vitamins.