Side Effects Of Stopping Amlodipine

I had a reaction I think. I felt horrible. My muscles and joints were aching. Can I stop it after two days? ## Those can be normal side effects of this medication, according to the NIH, you may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, and increased urination. Such side effects are typically transient and will go away, once your body gets used to the medication, but that may take about 4 to 5 weeks. It would be best to have this checked out, rather than just stopping it, your doctor can prescribe an alternative medication that may not make you so miserable. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I was prescribed Amlodipine 2 weeks ago. I'm 69 years old and it is making me sick. Can I stop this med safely? Thank you ## Amlodipine is most commonly prescribed to help lower high blood pressure, and to treat certain cardiac conditions, if it was prescribed for you, you should consulted your doctor, before stopping it, so they can help you safely switch to a different medication. If you suddenly stop it, on your own, you create the risk of the condition being treated becoming dangerous. According to FDA reports, Amlodipine has been known to cause nausea, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, and increased urination as side effects, but typically, such side effects will improve, as your body gets used to the medication, however, that may take about 4 to 5 weeks. Ref: Amlodipine Informat...

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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? ## 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 wo...

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How can I stop hair loss due to taking Amlodipine 10mg? ## I would personally recommend natural alternatives to counteract it, that way there is no risk of having even more side effects associated with another prescription medication. I found that supplementing with liver pills is a great source of iron, biotin, and B-vitamins which help to keep hair strong and healthy. Another reliable option is supplementing with fish oil or hemp seed oil; particularly the omega 3 and 6 fatty acids are great for hair. One last option I would recommend is ceedarwood essential oil for stopping the hair from falling out. I urge you to google information about these products for not just hair health, but many other benefits as well. Please post back if you have any other questions or concerns...

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After taking first atenolol and then bystolic for several years, I've now been switched from the beta blocker to amlodipine. My cardiologist told me not to taper down the bystolic, just switch to the cc blocker. Today is day 3 (my last dose of bystolic was Saturday) and my resting heart rate is still ranging from about 49-55, even with coffee. How long should it take until the heart rate recovers to a more normal level? ## It may take a week, or two, although the Amlodipine could also lower your heart rate, as well as your blood pressure. The NIH lists its other typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Has there been any change? Are you on any other medications? ## I'm a 68 y/o female on multiple Anti-Hypertens...

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for what purpose is this medicine used ## Amlong-MT contains the active ingredients Amlodipine and Metoprolol, they are commonly used to help treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, dry cough and stomach pain. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## I am taking carded 5 twice a day with tenarmin 25 once a day for last 5 to 6 years and it was controlling my bp well. But now last one to two months bp is not controlled and it is between 170/100 to 140/ 90. Mostly higher.now doctor has suggested amllong mt 50. Is my earlier medicine now lost its effect and should I start new medicine now stopping earlier one. ## Amlong MT 50/25 -- please intimate for what purpose this medicine is used for? At present this is no...

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Drug interaction Want to no if I can take these 4 potassium pills for 2 days with my other daily medications ## Hello, Mare! How are you? As long as your doctor has approved it, then yes, they can be taken together. The FDA classifies potassium as a supplement and it can cause stomach pain and nausea, so it should be taken with food. The more pressing question, I think, is if your potassium is low, why do they still have you on the Hydrochlorothiazide? It is a diuretic and well known to cause potassium loss. Stopping it and switching to a different one might easily solve the problem. You may want to ask your doctor about it. Typical side effects to it may also possibly include nausea, headache, dehydration and increased urination. ## in the morning I take Glimepiride 2 mg, Amlodipine-be...

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