Information About Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine)

What is Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine)

Working of Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine)

Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine) Dosage or Administration

Precautions for Taking Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine)

Interaction of Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine) with Other Drugs

Side effects of Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine)

Amlodipine is generic equivalent of Norvasc, it is used to treat Hypertension; chronic stable angina; vasospastic (Prinzmetal's or variant) angina.

What is Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine)

Generic Norvasc belong to calss Calcium channel blocker. Generic Norvasc Inhibits movement of calcium ions across cell membrane in systemic and coronary vascular smooth muscle.

Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine) Dosage or Administration

ADULTS: PO 5 to 10 mg qd. ELDERLY: PO Initially 2.5 mg qd.

HEPATIC IMPAIRMENT PO Initially 2.5 mg qd.

Precautions for Taking Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine)

Pregnancy: Category C. Lactation: Undetermined. Children: Safety and efficacy not established. CHF: Cautious use is required with this condition. Hepatic impairment: Cautious use is required.

Interaction of Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine) with Other Drugs

Beta-blockers: May cause increased adverse cardiac effects as a result of myocardial depression. Fentanyl: Severe hypotension or increased fluid volume requirements have occurred with similar drug.

Side effects of Generic Norvasc (Amlodipine)

CV: Palpitations; peripheral edema; syncope; tachycardia; bradycardia; arrhythmias; ventricular asystoles. CNS: Headache; dizziness; lightheadedness; fatigue; lethargy; somnolence. DERM: Dermatitis; rash; pruritus; urticaria. GI: Nausea; abdominal discomfort; cramps; dyspepsia. RESP: Shortness of breath; dyspnea; wheezing. OTHER: Flushing; sexual difficulties; muscle cramps, pain or inflammation.