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When Should Amlodipine Be Taken?
What time of day should I be taking amlodipine 5mg? I also take lisinopril 2.5, glimepiride 1mg, metoprol tar tab 25 mg a half tab twice a day, metformin tab 1000**S** twice a day, gabapentin cap 300mg twice a day, baby aspirin once a day and atorvastatin tab 10mg at night.
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
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Amlodipine drug is a calcium channel blocker that is commonly prescribed to treat high blood pressure, chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.
It does not matter what time of day you take Amlodipine but it is best to take it at the same time every day for more even blood levels and therefore effectiveness.
Metoprolol and Amlodipine drugs may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure and heart rate.
You should consult your doctor if you experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heartbeat. These side effects are most likely to be seen at the beginning of treatment, following a dose increase, or when treatment is restarted after an interruption.
You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Amlodipine drug is a calcium channel blocker that is commonly prescribed to treat high blood pressure, chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.
It does not matter what time of day you take Amlodipine but it is best to take it at the same time every day for more even blood levels and therefore effectiveness.
Metoprolol and Amlodipine drugs may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure and heart rate.
You should consult your doctor if you experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heartbeat. These side effects are most likely to be seen at the beginning of treatment, following a dose increase, or when treatment is restarted after an interruption.
You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali
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