Amlodipine Withdrawal

I was taking Twynsta.. which was a combination of 10 mg amlodipine and 80 mg telmisartan for about 5 yrs. I didn't realize that amlodipine had so many side effects which I have been experiencing. Back,side,stomach pain,ankles swelling, muscle weakness and the list goes on.. My Dr took me off the amlodipine a couple days ago. I'm experiencing increased pain in body, legs, ankles. After reading different comments and sites, they warn against stopping suddenly. I'm worried. Dr did not advise or mention withdrawal. Should I be concerned?

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Are you still taking some other medication?

If so, your doctor likely wasn't worried about withdrawal, since the biggest immediate effect would usually be rebound elevated blood pressure, and heart rate, but being on another medication would mitigate that.

Ref: Amlodipine Information

If it was what was causing your symptoms, then they should gradually improve, as more time passes.

How are you feeling, now? Has there been any change?

Please keep in mind that most blood pressure medications can cause these types of side effects.

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