Amlodipine And Orthostatic Hypotension

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I am 75 year old. I take Beta card 50 mg since 40 years for my BP and Amlodipine 5 mg since 20 years.I also take Urimax 0.4 mg since 3 years for my prostatomegaly.Of late i am experiencing orthostatic hypotension when i suddenly standup after sitting for a long time or standing for a long time.I am told that either amlodipine or tomsulosin(urimax) may cause hypotension.Is it so? If it is can i shift my dosage of amlodipine to evening instead of morning when i take beta card. If Urimax is the culprit can i take it at alternate days? Can any knowledgeable gentleman advise in this matter. ## My apologies for not being a gentleman, since I am a lady, but I hope you don't mind my responding. The information you have been provided is correct, it could be due to either one of these medicat...

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DOES PROLONG USE CAN CAUSE B.P.P.V ## Benign Paroysmal Position Vertigo is usually caused by a disorder of the inner, it is generally not caused by medications. Cardace-AM contains the active ingredients Ramipril and Amlodipine, they are commonly used to treat high blood pressure and cardiac conditions. What they can cause, which you might be experiencing is Orthostatic Hypotension, it happens when sudden movements, such as sitting or standing up cause your blood pressure to drop too low. You can experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, vertigo and nausea. Being dehydrated can also cause it and since most blood pressure medications increase urinary frequency, you should make sure that you are taking in enough fluids. Is there anything else I can help you with? ## Does car...

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I have been taking Coveram tablets for some time now. Have had lots of tests to see why I am unsteady on my feet with no answers. Just wondering if this medication could possibly have anything to do with it. Thankyou ## Hello, Ken! How are you? Have they checked your blood pressure, while your standing and moving around? These types of medications can sometimes cause orthostatic hypotension that could cause you to feel dizzy, or as if you're losing your balance. Learn more Amlodipine details here. Learn more Perindopril details here.

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