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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Does Norvasc Cause Palpitations And Headaches?

Hi Dr. Rynne, I was on a bata blocker for a borderline hypertension until recently. My current doctor changed it to Norvasc. I am having some difficulties with the new drug and I wanted to know more about this drug. The issues that I am having include: -rapid heart beat -elevated HP -headaches I am not sure if I should continue taking this or go back to my previous drug. Any advises? Thank you. Emma
Tue, 6 Mar 2018
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Hello,

I can understand your concern regarding the safety of the prescribed medication Norvasc. Yes, it may cause palpitations and headaches as its side effects.

Norvasc (Amlodipine) is a calcium channel blocker commonly prescribed to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Its common side effects include: increased heart beats, palpitations, flushing, headache, edema and constipation.

Based on the history you are advised to consult your treating doctor for an alternate effective drug like a beta blocker or angiotensin receptor blocker which do not cause those side effects.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali
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Does Norvasc Cause Palpitations And Headaches?

Hello, I can understand your concern regarding the safety of the prescribed medication Norvasc. Yes, it may cause palpitations and headaches as its side effects. Norvasc (Amlodipine) is a calcium channel blocker commonly prescribed to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease. Its common side effects include: increased heart beats, palpitations, flushing, headache, edema and constipation. Based on the history you are advised to consult your treating doctor for an alternate effective drug like a beta blocker or angiotensin receptor blocker which do not cause those side effects. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali