Generic Name - Amlodipine
Category - Antianginial medication
Indications
Chest pain, High blood pressure.
Generic Norvasc is indicated to reduce attacks of chest pain (angina), and/or helps reduce high blood pressure (hypertension). Norvasc is a calcium-channel blocker. It affects the amount of calcium found in your heart and muscle cells. This results in relaxation of blood vessels, which can reduce the amount of work the heart has to do.
Generic for Norvasc Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Norvasc is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Norvasc should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
Kidney disease
Heart problems, low blood pressure, slow or irregular heartbeat
Liver disease
Very low blood pressure.
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Norvasc. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Cimetidine
Erythromycin
Itraconazole
Carbamazepine
Phenytoin
Rifampin
Water pills
Bosentan
Antiinflammatory drugs
Generic for Norvasc Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericNorvasc
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Norvasc for angina is 15 to 10 milligrams once daily. If you have liver disease, the lower 5-milligram dose will be used at the start.
Generic for Norvasc Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Norvasc side Effects include fainting spells, dizziness, or lightheadedness, irregular heartbeat, chest pain, palpitations and swelling of legs or ankles.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Norvasc.
Generic for Norvasc and Pregnancy
Studies do not indicate whether Generic Norvasc will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take Norvasc without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
Generic for Norvasc and Breastfeeding
Studies do not indicate whether Generic Norvasc passes into breast milk. Do not take without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Generic for Norvasc and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Norvasc in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Norvasc and Geriatric
If you are over 65 years of age, you may be more likely to experience side effects from Generic Norvasc. Consult your doctor and seek medical advice.
Note
The above information about Generic Norvasc serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy. |
