💊 Amlodipine
Amlodipine is a common prescription medicine used mainly to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and chest pain (angina).
It belongs to a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers, which help relax blood vessels so blood flows more easily.
❤️ What it is used for
- High blood pressure
- Angina (chest pain due to heart reduced blood flow)
- Sometimes used in heart-related circulation problems
⚙️ How it works
- Relaxes and widens blood vessels
- Lowers blood pressure
- Reduces strain on the heart
💊 Common side effects
- Swollen ankles or feet
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Flushing (warm feeling in face)
- Tiredness
⚠️ Serious (rare) side effects
- Very low blood pressure
- Irregular heartbeat
- Severe swelling or allergic reaction
🚫 Important precautions
- Don’t stop suddenly without doctor advice
- Use carefully if you have liver disease
- May interact with other heart or blood pressure medicines
🧠 Simple summary
Amlodipine is a blood pressure medicine that relaxes blood vessels and helps protect the heart by improving blood flow.
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- best time to take amlodipine
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