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What Causes Lower Back Pain After Taking Norvasc?
Hi. Iam a female 67 years old. I started taking Norvasc about 6 months ago at a daily dose of 5 mg.. I started experencing lower back pain and flushing a mouth after starting treatment. Is this a known side effect Or maybe some thing else going on. I didnt take my normal dose last night and I didnt have these side effects but I did notice they came back a hour after taking the med. AG
Thu, 27 Sep 2018
Hello,
It may be due to spine related problems like disc prolapse.
Consult a neurologist and plan for an MRI spine for further assessment.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It may be due to spine related problems like disc prolapse.
Consult a neurologist and plan for an MRI spine for further assessment.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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