Katerzia. What are the side effects of amlodipine? Its too much!”, For High Blood Pressure: “I’ve been on this drug after I was allergic to a different high BP medicine. Rx meds are not for me altho I do agree and and am grateful that in some point in time, this med has also helped me.”, For Migraine Prevention: “Had migraine since I was 19 and now 45. Commonly reported side effects of amlodipine include: edema. It didn't happen over night, but a slow decline. The doctor said the new ACE inhibitors supposedly do not have that side effect. Drowsiness 2. Mood changes such as depression or anxiety. Horrible stomach pain lasting days. For my anxiety I am offered another tablet. More common side effects. I tried one before and got the little cough that is a known side effect. It affects the movement of calcium into the cells of the heart and blood vessels. However, as someone said previously, we all respond differently to medications and its best to discuss this with your prescribing physician. fatigue. The S- isomer of amlodipine or Asomex® is being studied in clinical trials and may lead to side effects such as fatigue or tiredness, dizziness or fainting, headache, flushing, or swelling of the legs or ankles. No I didn't have swollen feet and ankles but I suffered from insomnia and anxiety because of this medication. [tdstegner] I feel that there is little concern for the big picture of mental health and well-being. Even though it worked wonders for my raynauds, the drowsiness and weakness was way too much and I stopped taking it all together. Battle of the frames: Felt IA 10 vs IA 1? I felt like a hamster on a wheel that could not get off it. Always cold. The easiest way to lookup drug information, identify pills, check interactions and set up your own personal medication records. Zero energy for hobbies or activities. [, Re: Amlodipine besylate - side effects? I had headaches, nightmares and crazy anxiety from this medication. It's a good step above diuretics, but it's not enough by itself. Would get at least 1 a week that was manageable but very few weeks one that was horrendous and every 6 months 1 that would leave me stuck In bed all day wiped out and all my nervous system was on edge. I did notice some fatigue early on but not to the extent you're describing. Well I (or rather the doctor) stopped the the amlodipine some time ago. I haven not heard anyone complain of fatigue with the drug, but I did find that it is stated as a side effect in ~5% of patients taking it. Thank goodness. Visible Water Retention Side effects continued until I had enough. Day 1 severe dizziness headache and very bad chest pain and a wired feeling. I haven't had any issues with Amlodipine, other than an upset stomach when I go to bed. Amlodipine (Norvasc) is thought to be a super safe blood pressure medicine. Head Pain 6. Also skin flushing and red spots on my face. I was prescribed 5 mg of Amlodipine a week ago. Side effects of amlodipine are generally mild and reversible. I am fairly certain its the meds, dropped dosage to 2.5mg for 1 week to test and there was a notable return of function and desire, but BP way too high. Blood tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects. I have two slight side effects. I have tolerated it quite well and I don't feel it affects my athletic performance much if at all. Is swimming safe? It can also cause other side effects. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. It did do me wonders for my raynauds, but there's a catch. Fluid Retention In The Legs, Feet, Arms Or Hands 5. I initially had a headache from it and then it turned into a wired feeling. And blood pressure going up not down. Doctors didn't believe me first when I stated that this drug possibly causes me to have these effects.”, For High Blood Pressure: “I have been on amlodipine, and I despise it! This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. My doctor suggested trying a new ACE inhibitor recently but I turned it down for now. The only downside is that it can take 6-8hrs to achieve the full drop, and tolerance develops shortly - about 4 months - after taking it regularly. If I got to sleep I had the most unpleasant dreams. A lower blood pressure will increase the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart. Talked to dr about concerns but he blamed the beta blocker and lowered that instead. Common side effects include headache, flushing (including facial flushing), feeling tired, and swollen ankles. I have cold sweats and cannot stay warm and even shaking and shivering. Sports Hernia/Inguinal Disruption Surgery. Rating a 2 because it worked as advertised but you should stay away”, For High Blood Pressure: “I started taking amlodipine on November 06 2020. This is a known side effect of this type of drug, so be aware that it may happen. While these reviews might be helpful, they are not a substitute for the expertise, knowledge and judgement of healthcare practitioners. For High Blood Pressure: “I’ve taken amlodipine for a little over a month and I find it very bad every side effect possible I have it: light headed, tightness around head and neck. Thanks. Diarrhea, gas pains then constipation. Cough 2. Difficulty sleeping ().Tremor. Preventing Iliac Artery Endofibrosis - Cycling Overuse Injuries. Recently felt very upset and anxious, feel I have brain fog and recently feel angry often. Many visitors report uncomfortable side effects from rashes to swollen feet. Read reviews from GoodRx users who have taken Exforge and find the latest news on the drug. On 10MG of Amlodopine and reducing sodium intake/ caffeine, I am down to 110/78. Subscribe to Drugs.com newsletters for the latest medication news, new drug approvals, alerts and updates. [EmSher] I have an enlarged heart, probably caused by the excessive hypertension. Common side effects include drug ineffective among females and death among males. If this fatigue you describe is associated with shortness of breath or palpitations talk to you doctor. I have every side effect possible during the transition, starting with chest and back pain, exhaustion but can't sleep. Not everybody reacts the same way, so maybe others won't get that intense drowsiness like I did and it ends up working fine and dandy for them.”, For High Blood Pressure: “I was on 5 mg of Lisinopril for many years with no issues until blood work revealed some kidney issues (which Lisinopril can cause) My MD took me off Lisinopril. Also known as: 10mg/day. flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling). For the past 2 weeks I’ve started feeling lightheaded, heart palpitations and arrhythmia. Now I will say that this did work for me, I wasn't having as many attacks as I used to before taking this med, my hands were actually WARM, which is huge for me because they virtually never are, they're always freezing cold. It made me INCREDIBLY drowsy. My skin crawled like an itch I couldn’t scratch. Hopefully the fatigue will ease off after a time. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker. Calf muscle pull or tear? Ohhhh and I had heart palpitations and racing pulse as well. Illiac Artery Endofibrosis - I've got it. If you … I have no issues with. 5mg did the job for me. Amlodipine oral tablet may cause extreme sleepiness. Ok Fishes, here is the interview we were all waiting for!! But its a double edged sword because high BP also will cause issues, so meds aren't optional. Each day at 8pm I would shake uncontrollably even in a warm home. If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression 1. I am calling my Dr tomorrow to get off of it. I had my blood pressure tablets changed last year to include 5mg amlodipine daily and have not had one migraine since then! Wasn’t ready for what followed. It’s not a good one folks. Since I stared Amlodipine 3 months ago, I haven't had a single migraine. I didn’t want to get on medicine but they said I had to to stay out of hospital anyway fast forward 7 months. Drugs.com notes that these effects are not common and may be caused by incorrect dosages of the medication. I tried one before and got the little cough that is a known side effect. Side effects are reported by people who take Amlodipine besylate. 17116 Bob's Gap Rd, Valyermo, CA 93563-0056661.944.5239slowman-AT-slowtwitch-DOT-com. Compex Elite vs Performance - which one to get? Minimal occasional headache that goes away without any need for pain relievers. In my experience Amlodopine caused these issues after long term use.”, For High Blood Pressure: “Palpitations palpitations”, For High Blood Pressure: “After reading a lot of these side effects for Great improvement. I have been taking Amlodipine (5 mg) for several years now after asking to be taken off a beta blocker. Blood pressure off meds was 180/110. Now I sleep 8 hours a night and it isn't enough. The doctor said the new ACE inhibitors supposedly do not have that side effect. When I did sleep it was crazy vivid dreams. I saw an emergency Dr on December 26 2020 and he said he never heard of those side effects. For my pain I’m offered another tablet it goes on and on. Very rarely, people can have a bad reaction to amlodipine. Patient should consult a doctor regarding any side effects. Weak, confused, tired, drained all day. I can use less NSAID than before.”, For Migraine Prevention: “Have suffered with debilitating migraines on a weekly/regular basis all my adult life and am now 57. This relaxes the blood vessels and lowers blood pressure. While they say Amlodopine is not likely to cause these issues, further studies show large testosterone drops in rats with long term use. Combining it with Lisinopril is much better than Norvasc alone.”, For High Blood Pressure: “Taken this drug for a year - in the last few months have had a lot of the side effects - nausea, dizziness, light headedness, tingling sensations, feet swollen etc. With the Amlodipine I was getting shortness of breath so it was reduced to 5mg which seems to work with me. dizziness. Maybe your doctor could prescribe a different blood pressure tablet? Amlodipine has an average rating of 4.6 out of 10 from a total of 576 ratings on Drugs.com. The first is that my hands go numb very easily. I’d be up until 1am. I got put on BP medicine postpartum because I had postpartum preeclampsia. My feet and ankles started to swell badly. Now I'm experiencing THE WORST! This medicine may cause angina (chest pain) or a heart attack in certain patients with severe heart or blood vessel disease. I’m now on day 3 off Amlodipine. Official FIT ASSISTANCE for Canyon Speedmax CFR, CF SLX, and CF (disc & rim brake), Official Canyon Speedmax CF Owners Thread, Official FIT ASSISTANCE for Cervelo TT and Triathlon Bikes. Dry mouth. I had to discontinue using it.”, For High Blood Pressure: “I was started on Amlodipine 5mg for my blood pressure.. Amlodipine is also used to relieve chronic stable angina (chest pain) in adults. Feel Like Throwing Up 4. Amlodipine is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Drugs.com provides accurate and independent information on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines and natural products. I would not let this discourage others with raynauds who are looking into medication to help control it though. Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. I understand that medical practices get better government ratings and better reimbursements when they keep their patients within certain guidelines, including controlling BP. The pill didn't even lower my blood pressure on the pill and off the pill pressures are the same. Rated 3 cause my BP has been okay but not worth it.”, For High Blood Pressure: “I just turned 70 and have never had to be on blood pressure meds, my new doctor put me on 5mg and I agree with all the reviews this is a bad one, swollen ankles and feet, red spots on my face, weight gain etc etc etc NO THANKS. This is because the medicine contains another chemical to make it easier for your body to take up and use it. Started taking Amlodipine 8 weeks ago and realised today I’ve not had a single migraine. Find treatment reviews for Amlodipine from other patients. Not for me.”, Norvasc (amlodipine) for High Blood Pressure: “Took Norvasc for about 6 weeks. Yes Im still looking at home monitors but there are several things that put me off, fitting them right as I have a wide arm but very short and reading reviews of big cuffs the complaint seems to be that theyare too long for short arms, plus the fact that the surgery couldnt even get a reading using their own 24 hour monitor leads me to worry about that. That gave me dizzy spells, often lasting several minutes and striking out of nowhere. I'm of a mind that I'd rather let my BP issues take me out early rather than eking out a few more months or years feeling like rubbish”, For High Blood Pressure: “I started on Amlodipine after trying 3 other blood pressure medications that had terrible side effects. Again thanks for the input. Dr. [. I don't know if I just got used to it or if the effects faded over time but I don't really notice it any more. Amlodipine (Norvasc) Side Effects. Now I'm on amlodipine, 10 mg once per day, and am experiencing listlessness, depression, more brain fog, and somnolence. BP was ok for a while but started creeping up. The phase IV clinical study is created by eHealthMe based on 39,333 reports from the FDA, and is updated regularly. It does not specifically say fatigue during exercise, just general central nervous system fatigue. @1999-2020 Slowtwitch, Inc., and Slowtwitch.comReproduction of material from any Slowtwitch.com pagewithout written permission is strictly prohibited. But worry that another medication will also have side effects. That was a disaster- brain fog, slower reaction time, anger and irritability, inability to concentrate. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully. Stay away from this stuff.”. According to RX list the serious side effects listed for Amlodipine include feeling like passing out, swelling of the hands, ankles and feet, pounding or fluttering heartbeats or chest pains and a heavy feeling in the chest that may spread to the shoulders and cause nausea, sweating and feeling ill. [, Re: Amlodipine besylate - side effects? In addition it's fantastic to prevent migraines; Combining it with Lisinopril is much better than Amlodipine alone.”, Norvasc (amlodipine) for High Blood Pressure: “At first, it's quite effective - and it significantly does work - to lower blood pressure. Uncommon amlodipine side effects (affect between 1 in 100 and 1 in 1000 people). I started on these about a year ago 5mg which then went to 10mg , I have asked to try something else. Totally life changing!”, Norvasc (amlodipine) for Raynaud's Syndrome: “I was taking amlodipine 5mg/day for high blood pressure when I was diagnosed with Raynaud's. Intense Abdominal Pain 5. Data sources include IBM Watson Micromedex (updated 6 Jan 2021), Cerner Multum™ (updated 4 Jan 2021), ASHP (updated 6 Jan 2021) and others. I used to sleep 5 hours a night. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Amlodipine I have serious concerns . Now the side effects: The biggest one I've noticed over the 3 years is a decline in sexual desire and function. I have no experience taking amplodipine, just seeing patients who take. My doctor is a runner and she feels that the ACE inhibitors are the best drug for hypertensive athletes but I'm unwilling to change right now. Switched to amlodipine variable dose 0 5 10 depending on weather and risks eg going somewhere air conditioned. This medication is making me feel awful; I am tired and unmotivated I actually feel depressed (well that makes sense if it slows the heart rate) I have also experienced constipation which is not something I’m willing to deal with. Well I seem to remember that rashes were a possible side effect of amlodipine and I would think the extra dosage made you more likely to get side effects, it could be that your body has simply become less tolerant of them now. My BP is lower when I'm on these meds. I have been off of it for 5 days and I am having heart palpitations bad. My GP started me on diuretics, which made me feel like I was chewing cotton balls. It has few side effects, and works within 30min-1.5hrs. Other side effects include: fatigue, palpitations, and flushing. Two years ago I was diagnosed with Emphysema so it may have been due to an underlying condition that I was getting breathless; although it is listed as one of the side effects. 29% of those users who reviewed Amlodipine reported a positive effect, while 51% reported a negative effect. We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information -, Drug class: calcium channel blocking agents. Is your training volume up, down, or the same? Any Canadians with/had a hip labral tear here? I hope they can find something else or just put me back on Lisinopril and monitor me closely”, For Migraine Prevention: “Stopped my lifelong migraine headaches.”, For High Blood Pressure: “38 y/o with high blood pressure. Not recovering IT Band Friction Syndrome!! It's October - go swim (monthly fish thread), For the Fish: Ankle Flexibility and Kick Free vs Back. I was started at 2.5 mg of amlodipine, and gradually moved up to 5mg, now I have been on 10 mg for roughly 2 weeks. Vomiting. [, Re: Amlodipine besylate - side effects? After years of marginally high BP (~130/90), my BP started to climb. Amlodipine comes in the tablet form and can be taken once a day with food or on an empty stomach. Hi I was on nifedipine at high doses (80) and it was great for circulation but I had a lot of side effects. This information is NOT intended to endorse any particular medication. These will normally improve and be fine or go away altogether after a few days of taking amlodipine. How long to recover from a calf heart attack. Visible Water Retention Slowtwitch approved IT Band rehab? Took 5 days of it and quit mainly cuz of the crazy anxiety it gave me (when I don’t normally have it) and the bad insomnia. For High Blood Pressure: “I was diagnosed with hypertension in June of 2019. swelling in lower extremities. I read it takes 11.5 days to get this medication out of the system. I suspected this would be the case as it widens the blood vessels and one of my consultants suggested my migraines were caused when the blood vessels contract causing the Migraine.”, For Raynaud's Syndrome: “I took this for around 2 weeks for my raynauds disease. Don’t get on this medicine. Official Giant Trinity Advanced Owners Thread, New Giant Trinity Advanced Hydration and Bento, 2016 Giant Trinity Advanced Pro Cable Issues, Official 12th Annual 2018/19 Slowtwitch 100/100 Run Challenge Thread, 2018/19 100 Runs in 100 Days Airing of the Grievances Thread, 100 Runs 100 Days 2017-2018 Challenge Thread: Dec 15-Mar 23. Feel Like Throwing Up 3. He switched to Lisinopril. My average over the last few days is 175/100 which is too high. After being well controlled for years, my current BP levels have the cardiologist baffled. Felt like my senses were all over the place not even able to focus on opening a door handle. As reviews and ratings are subjective and self-reported, this information should not be used as the basis for any statistical analysis or scientific studies. Re: Amlodipine besylate - side effects? Prescribed amlodipine. My blood pressure is great now. Amlodipine/benazepril (Lotrel) is an oral medication used to treat high blood pressure. See below for a comprehensive list of adverse effects. I feel awful but I’d rather take my chances than go through that again. My normal blood pressure around 140/84. Learn about Exforge (amlodipine / valsartan), potential side effects, proper use and dosing, and popular alternatives. Glad that this medication has another effect. I was still able to train but noticed I felt a little run down. I can feel my blood pumping in the back of my neck. My blood pressure isn't much different, I'm light headed, I have horrible swelling in legs and feet, I have tingling throughout my body. At 2 months my feet got so sore I couldn’t walk no matter how much I rested or kept them up. I am currently on no specific bp medication but am taking tamsulosin for another ailment. My doctor suggested trying a new ACE inhibitor recently but I turned it down for now. I also take losartin, and have diabetes. I stopped it myself. [Wafflez] I am experimenting with herbal supplements like olive leaf extract to lower my BP and hopefully I can transition to herbal supplements safely and successfully. “On amlodipine 8 years, 1st 4 years no problems, started having pain that got worst over time, 2 months ago my mom was hospitalized with swollen legs, they took her off her BP med, the swelling was a side effect. One of the possible side effects of that drug is that it may lower blood pressure so he says, but for me it isn’t. “I've been on amlodipine for about 11 years for the past year I've been experiencing horrible side effects extremely fatigued headaches, pain in chest, tingling all over muscle, cramps, back pains, now I'm getting ringing in the ears, popping in ears, itchy and burning eyes. Serious Side Effects. Swimming-Related Injuries: A literature review and injury risk screening, New Tacx Neo Smart vs Wahoo Kickr trainers. Day 2 anxiety through the roof, could not think straight, dizzy, breathless. If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression 1. I called the MD’s office today and nurse advised me to discontinue, which I will gladly do! I felt like I couldn't do anything throughout the day, just felt weak. I don't know if I just got used to it or if the effects faded over time but I don't really notice it any more. I was given amlodipine 5mg together with another ARB medication. I’m taking my self off it. It lowered and stabilized my BP somehow after a few months but in the afternoon my BP would still go up as much as 140+ over 90+. Guess he should read this page and see what that medicine is doing to people.”, For High Blood Pressure: “At first, it's quite effective - and significantly does - to lower blood pressure. Crazy vivid dreams and really bad insomnia.. normally I fall asleep in 10 minutes. The second is that I am sleepy all the time. It concerns me how doctors keep giving me more and more medication”, For High Blood Pressure: “Yes Amlodipine worked to lower my BP but at what cost? Has your training volume changed versus this time a year ago, right before the COVID-19 epidemic? Intense Abdominal Pain 7. Was so tired all the time and anxiety off the charts. Norvasc, Did my research, I had 15 side effects. The more common side effects that can occur with amlodipine include: swelling in ankles. Bad stuff”, Norvasc (amlodipine) for Migraine Prevention: “First used Norvasc for just hypertension, but it prevented the most of migraines as well. Will be contacting my doctor to change medications.”, For High Blood Pressure: “61-year old male here. Fluid Retention In The Legs, Feet, Arms Or Hands 4. It's a good step above diuretics, but it's not enough by itself. I have to take a nap on lunch every day. On a positive note, I had suffered from migraines weekly for over 20 years. Available for Android and iOS devices. No thanks. I only took half of a 5mg tablet daily. Have been taking Amlodopine for about 3-4 years. Need a Doctor in the LA/SD area who specializes in Endurance Athletes... Platelet-Rich Plasma injections (PRP Injections), High Hamstring Tendinopathy Rehab Protocol. Amlodipine can be called amlodipine besilate, amlodipine maleate or amlodipine mesilate. Excessive lowering of blood pressure during initiation of Norvasc treatment can occur (especially in patients taking another blood pressure medication with … I had to switch as manufacturer stopped making it and most months I couldn't get any. Amlodipine and other calcium-channel blockers can affect the heart and blood vessels in adverse ways in addition to their benefits. Dizziness, lightheadedness, swelling ankles /feet, or flushing may occur. I stopped taking this medicine just because my script wasn’t ready at the pharmacy yet but I’ve noticed my anxiety has been truly the worse it’s ever been in my life and has my mind racing constantly JUST THE TWO DAYS that I’ve been off of this medicine I swear I feel like I’m coming out of a 7 month coma of a brain fog. dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, tired feeling, nausea, abdominal or stomach pain, or. Im sure there are lots of people on this forum who take Amlodipine and have no side effects… Learn about side effects, warnings, dosage, and more. [synthetic] For about four weeks it very effectively lowered my bp to normal rates and I was feeling well. Remove inappropriate language and content a door handle specifically say fatigue during,... The medicine contains another chemical to make it easier for your body to take up and it. I stared amlodipine 3 months I began needing to urinate every 30 minutes after amlodipine side effects forum medication to control... 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