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What Causes Swelling In The Hands And Legs While On Amlodipine?
I am taking Amlodipine for high blood pressure and simvastin 20mg for high cholesterol. I had a stroke one year ago, so I m anxious to do everything I can to be healthy. but I have swelling in my legs and hands . I have told my RNP, but she wasn t worrried about it.
Wed, 12 Sep 2018
Hi,
The edema that you're suffering from is common with Amlodipine usage, but the medication is needed for treatment and control of your multiple conditions. However, there are alternatives that may ease the swelling which your doctor is probably able to prescribe.
I would suggest drugs such a Lercanidipine and Lacidipine. Also, he/she may consider prescribing Diltiazem. The doses should be regulated by your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Aleksandar Dimovski, General & Family Physician
The edema that you're suffering from is common with Amlodipine usage, but the medication is needed for treatment and control of your multiple conditions. However, there are alternatives that may ease the swelling which your doctor is probably able to prescribe.
I would suggest drugs such a Lercanidipine and Lacidipine. Also, he/she may consider prescribing Diltiazem. The doses should be regulated by your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Aleksandar Dimovski, General & Family Physician
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