Amlodipine Side Effects (Why They Occur & How To Reduce Risk)

[@peepkagirl1]

I took Amlodipine for years. I felt worse than ever in my lifetime - tired & fatigued always. At the time, I had hypertension & weighed 190 lbs. I now weigh 100 lbs & my blood pressure is always below 120/80. I have been off hypertension meds for about 5 years & never felt better. How did I lose the 90 lbs??? I changed NOTHING, but added a 1/2 mile walk to my daily activity. It didn't happen overnight, but it did happen. It took almost 6 years, but the 90 lbs disappeared. All it takes is a little patience & perseverance. Nothing happens instantly.

[@alfredofabia3528]

!!!°°°°

[@theoriginalskinsey]

Wow that is great. I've been on it for a couple years now and i am always so tired, i sleep all the time! Also 40lbs overweight

[@mikepfitzpatrick7552]

Thanks for sharing this. My wife is in these meds and I am trying to get off of Metformin, we both should take your advice because I HATE taking medication

[@Dothework4u]

Thank you for sharing

[@irisjasmincook6918]

Thanks I just stopped taking it or phased it out because I kept gaining weight without eating much I have had a hernia operation and was told to loose more weight instead I gained more again I am actually fizzing because of it

[@barrxyatothasl]

I have type 2 diabetes and high blood Pressure. It's a real job trying to control everything. I ride my bike and walk 5 days a week for 30-45 minutes. I changed my eating habits. I eat fresh vegetables and fruits everyday and only eat fish, chicken 3 days a week. I might eat a steak every 3 months or so, I cut out eating pork about 5 yrs ago and I drink (3) 16 oz. litter of water everyday. I use to weigh 215 lbs, but today I weigh 140 lbs. I feel great and everyone say that I look like I am about 50 yrs old, but I am 74 yrs old. I am proud of myself and I am doing my best to live more healthy and I am happy!!!

[@marvinmorgan5168]

This is the only thing in the world that stopped my migraines !!!! I will continue to take this

[@jennifercandelario922]

You need electrolites .find the root

[@agneschalangat1353]

I have been on Amlodipine for a long time.I got very serious dizziness, palpitations and got painful finger tips.I came back to normal by the grace of God. I plan to see my Dr.Thanks a lot for that information.

[@GenerationShorts794]

They just say you’ll have the side effects in the beginning of the time you take it but the side effects can be long term

[@ArcherHall64]

Hi I saw your comment on the amlodipine you mentioned your pain eventually went away. How did that happen for you. I have more achiness since I started on it

[@caliuser-s8g]

My Arthritis Dr told me to keep taking it as it was a blocker to help my Arthritis, along with BP medicine I’m taking, smallest dose on both!! I’ve not had a problem, at 71, I’m only on 4 prescriptions, I’m happy and Blessed!!

[@wandahwhetstone6338]

My lawd the spirit directed this info to me as I was browsing topics I learned more than enough today than I learned in 15yrs thank u God sent u are appreciated JJ MEDICINE💜🙏✌👌🏿

[@johnkelly-hm2sr]

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[@jamesm6333]

This has made my symptoms validated! I recently started an increase to 10mg with 80mg telmistartin. My legs and ankles have been so sore for no reason, will be going back to the doctor for a new medication Thank you for the info!

[@normanellis1333]

Extremely useful information. Just about to start on Amlodipine and had little idea about the possible side affects. Thank you very much for your video.

[@dp100951]

I've been on this med for about 1 year. I am 74 and don't have much energy. I never took naps before but now I sometimes fall asleep in the middle of the day. I will be talking to my Dr. about my fatigue issue.

[@garyshepherd9226]

Used to get regular migraines - soon as I went on 10 mg Amplodipine they ceased. Blood pressure now lower so barring occasional itching/rashes, Amplodipine has changed my life for the better.

[@SandyBarbee]

GARY ! So glad I saw your post !! I'm only taking 2.5 mg . Once a day at night . BUT ,,, I'm ITCHING SO BADLY !!!! Face , scalp , arm pits , back , and "down below"! I can't imagine that small of a dose doing this BUT , I'm literally GRASPING at STRAWS !!! Any advice or opinion ,, , , , greatly appreciated . Thank You

[@nadikastephen5466]

taking amlodipine for almost 4 years now and researched the side effect their claim very high using detox help to flush the toxin and clean the liver and kidney, but check a herbalist before using any detox...

[@seapoacher]

I get morning groginess, sadness, and ringing in the ears. Coffee makes things better again! 😊

[@daveshepard3793]

Wow this has answered why I've been feeling the way I feel ...Things My own doctor hasn't told me.

[@cynthyubani7089]

Please sir ...how are coping because my husband is going through all this

[@stevel6117]

Stopped my headaches overnight but it made me breathless just doing a mild activity.

[@Tom-kx3xe]

I used it for 3 days. The third day i wound up in the hospital. By BP dropped so low i couldn't move. Thank God my wife was home. Be sure when taking this or any BP medication, have a BP machine at home and use it. It could save your life.

[@lisaandres5772]

Thank you for sharing.I have been using Amlodipine for the last 27 years.

[@wearelegion1163]

My mom was on this & she was recently taken off it during a hospital visit after kidney surgery. I'm glad she's off it.

[@victorialynnstewart9668]

Been on this med for years, no side effects. Thanks for the share I learned a few things.

[@chrisdasher7116]

Me too

[@floridalife7564]

Should I be scared to try this I’m young and sensitive to meds ????

[@joannegiordano9409]

This drug caused such a chronic cough in me, I thought I was going to die. My cousin told me to stop this medicine and 3 days later, cough was 90 percent better. The dr didn’t even catch it to tell me it could be the meds!!

[@bpgeorgekatwesigye4741]

My hub has had burning sensation in the feet and this has gone on for long time. He first took amlo then telmis 80mg . His blood pressure still rises.

[@melmo5218]

Thank you. This info is important to me. My doctor knows, can see, my foot and ankle oedema and knows of my weakness and sleepiness and mild stress in the kidneys. I must address this with him.

[@Staronqueen]

I was prescribed this medication for high blood pressure. At first I noticed that I was having headaches and my blood pressure was going up and not down. I ended up at emergency and was told to go back to my doctor for a change of medication. My doctor then prescribed Candesartan but a few months later he added a lower dose of amlodipine to Candesartan dosage and right away the headaches were back. I went to the pharmacy and explained about the headaches and was told it was my high blood pressure that was causing the headaches. I complained to my GP and got nothing from him; he just gave me a refill for more of the same medication. Well, I took matters in my own hands and did not fill the prescription this time. I kept taking the other medication instead. Then, finally this week the doctor who is treating me for Graves’ disease agreed with me that amlodipine was the cause of my headaches.

[@sheridanpolanco3227]

Best information on this medication EVER!!!!!!!!!

[@ronpflugrath2712]

So it is good for you?😮

[@deskjockie4948]

I took amlodipine for years for hbp and suffered nightly agonizing foot cramps that disrupted my sleep. I reached the point where didn't want to live. I stopped taking it and was sleeping through the night within a week.

[@colleenoaksferrigno]

I'm wondering if Amlodipine has been contributing to my restless leg at night? I'm on other things that can exacerbate it though.

[@chrism7249]

Google/KZbin is too scary.. I checked my hospital app about my medications today and clicked to order more Amlodipine and 2 hours later i'm recommended this video on youtube.

[@beverlybarry2262]

I was taking this med for three months and it caused me to have extreme stomach pain, loss of appetite and no desire to eat which resulted in me losing 22 lbs. Also fatigue, headaches and depression. As soon as I stopped taking it there was a tremendous improvement. My doctor was more interested in my blood pressure then my complaints about my stomach.

[@1966babysnakes]

I seem to have lost two stone in the last year while taking this. Time to see the Doctor.

[@eddierivera3822]

You take little dosage of amplodophine I was stroke 10 yrs taking 5 mg no side effect don't follow the doctors advised the chlophigrel have side effect have severe damage of your stomach amplodophine swallowed after breakfast 1 a day only if losartan at same time amplodophine

[@ks3251]

Wow depression interesting.

[@tinamiller8583]

I lost weight too

[@ralphroberts3589]

Hello I take amlodipine about two years with no known problem .

[@dianatopoulos5602]

I have been on Amlodipine for 5 years now. Started on 5 mg. Went up to 10 mg. about 5 months ago…Hallelujah…no side effects whatsoever! Maybe I’m lucky!

[@susanmonty791]

So far no issues with me either 🙏🏻5 mg

[@TremaineBrown-og8bl]

@@susanmonty791But has your BP improved?

[@fredbloggs6126]

You have told me more here than my doctors ever told me before thank you

[@caperboy1169]

It’s usually a pharmacist that covers that info . With risk being be very low I don’t think it’s that important .

[@elizabethstewart8463]

I’ve been on amlodipine for eight years. Others didn’t work. I split my 5 mg tablet in two. Half in the morning and half in the evening. It’s very inexpensive and has calmed me down as a bonus side effect.

[@caseybediako986]

Excellent package

[@seemev2.0phuckbootube78]

Yes that is true. my doctor only warned me of the swelling of the ankles. This didn't happen to me luckily sounds horrible by what I'm reading. What it did do after a few months was I started skipping heart beats maybe once a week. It basically knocked me on my arse because when it happened it was like something just sucked all my energy out, my arms hurt to move felt like I had molasses for blood. Few more months go by it starts happening every day. I told my doctor, he didn't know what I was talking about I can't believe he didn't think of this side effect. Once it started happening every day multiple times a day I decided I had enough. Mind you I didn't know what was happening or if something else was wrong. The first dose I missed thing turned around 100% haven't had the issue since so I know that drug would've eventually ended my life.

[@Jennifr1966]

I'm not sure how much a doctor knows about a medication, only if he's getting a good kick back! Ask your pharmacist, read the pamphlet, check out a website where you can put in all your meds and it will check for meds that don't do well together, etc

[@vandabellini9780]

I’m take Amlodipine, sometimes I feel sleepy in the morning when I takes. Thank you for the information about the medication.

[@msg4141]

I was advised to take mine at night, at bedtime.

[@Rumilovers8891]

@@msg4141 I take it in evening.

[@dorcasfaparusi9572]

Thank you so much for educating us on this medication. I have been on this tablets for so many years. I have had these side effects and now I understand what is the cause. Thank you . Now I can discuss these issues with my doctor. Thanks and God bless you

[@WreckingKrew00]

I'm on Amlodipine and have been on it for awhile along with hydroclorothiaside and I have experienced the temporary effects of it . The rashes and the swelling of the foot. Thanks for the info . Much respect to you.

[@kausarsaeed8128]

Use herbal Ajmaleen whic contain rawolfia natural extract from the plant. Herbal is the best

[@binoymeitei370]

Can I change a better medicine instead of Amlodipin 5, pls suggest me.

[@WreckingKrew00]

If I were you I would tell my doctor to stop the Amlodipine and try Losartan . I haven't had any problems with Losartan as of yet.

[@margaretlouis5172]

It is not easy to recommend.

[@MsExodus11]

Amlodipine was dreadful it gave me severe palpitations and anxiety that would strike out of the blue. Glad you are pill free!! 😊

[@marionmarking]

I've been taking 5mg of Amlodipine for more than 10 years. Some of the side effects sound familiar, but too few occurrences and probably connected to other things I do (physical activity, diet). My doctor says it's key to take it at the exact time every day. If I miss by too many hours, I just skip it that day and make a conscious effort to relax more. So far, so good.

[@taqwachannel6258]

How old are you madam?

[@mswong7287]

. Me too, thanks sharing 🤗

[@mswong7287]

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[@sunburnedbeachfeet1128]

Marion your dr. Hasnt been trained on much but to sling dope. Please , for your own health and safety , stop thinking your dr. Knows anything but how to sling drugs. Did you know that if he doesnt prescribe enough drugs to enough ppl each month , he loses his license?? Wake tf up

[@marionmarking]

@@sunburnedbeachfeet1128 My doctors are my uncle and aunt. They don't even issue new prescriptions anymore. So your allegations, at least in my case, don't hold water. I am aware though of the issues around big pharma, the junkets, the incentives. We just have to choose our doctors well. Not all of them are evil.

[@mikbarb5451]

I like your description very well said and to the point Most doctors don't explain as well as you do thanks

[@jeanettem.taylor9722]

My doctor doesn't explain anything...he is just a drug pusher and I am the drug addict!

[@DixieKing-d4h]

When you are on Micare,the Doctor is only allowed about 15 minutes per person.😵‍💫😠

[@bernicesandrawilliams9853]

I'm using amlodipine, but this is the first time I heard of the side effects. I will check it out from now onwards. Thanks for the information

[@raphaelandrews3617]

U are correct i have noticed I suffer from dizziness and tiredness.

[@mickthompson584]

interesting post, i have been on amlodopine for around 15 years now 10mg and have never had a single side effect.

[@vannessar32]

My Wife had severe sweating, collapses and dizziness. I took her to her doctor who couldn't find anything wrong. But when she came off this medication, the problems stopped.

[@floridahummer]

had my stroke 7 years ago and I have to take this everyday but at least I'm still alive.

[@maryjackson9625]

Just found this article and so glad I did. I have had some of these symptoms and did not know where they came from. I'm on a low dose of amlodipine/benazepril. Thank you for this information. It answers all my questions to why I feel like I do at times. Will consult with my doctor further.

[@sunburnedbeachfeet1128]

Just started it. I have the muscle aches and skin conditions

[@nombuyiselomawaba3351]

I started it today thanks for the info

[@karahill5739]

Any blood pressure med that ends in ‘pril ’ should not be used among African Americans because it causes angiodema, the swelling of tongue, lips, face. It happened to me when I was taking Benazapril.

[@raychristiansen2529]

Yes same with me!. My heart specialist in December last year doubled my amlodivine (Nordip) from 5mg a day to 10 mg a day. & was suffering all the mentioned symptoms but ?! Had no idea why until I came across this video. Yes it brought my BP DOWN. But! Was killing me will be cutting back to 5MG a day till I see heart specialist again.

[@Pepperberry12]

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[@almazfreeborn7451]

i was taking AMlodipne and pantoprazole.( pandev 40mg) i was very sick most the side effect you mentioned occured now i stopped taking it my blood pressure now regulate normal thank you for your valueable info

[@told1158]

Have been on both a 5mg and 10mg ; alternating every few years, for over 20+ years. I've had these discussed symptoms for about 18+ year's and have never been told it could have been from the medication. Thank you for this information.

[@lillianturkel3069]

8PM 98feet u in. Nbhp7p8hp70 j. . . .

[@lilliesanchez8917]

What are the side effects of this medication?

[@told1158]

@@lilliesanchez8917 My main issue would be sensitivity to sunlight when I forgotten to put on sunscreen or to reapply. And I guess the other would be occasional lightheadedness.

[@wandahwhetstone6338]

Yes indeed my friend I also indure these AILMENTS seeing these diagnosis really help let,s pray & ask the lord to help us thru it all blessings to u & yours we all need someone to lean & learn 🙏💜✌

[@gedleech9635]

G.P's will never commit themselves..

[@tam-n8i]

My mom has got Edema, thank you for sharing this. I'm going to talk to her doctor to change her med

[@pattiehanes797]

I have a rare cancer of the blood called MDS/MPN RS - T . My hemoglobin kept dropping . I was hurting in legs so bad and gasping for breath and finally had to have a blood transfusion. My heart doctor took me off amlodipine and aspirin. One week later I had energy and no hurting or gasping for breath. So happy.

[@antonyetheridge1050]

very good video,learnt more about amlodipine than in 3 visits to my doctor,thank you

[@michaellangsdorf1683]

I want to add my thanks. I have experienced some of the less serious side effects, and now I know the cause.

[@angiematthews5429]

What about it causes you too have problems breathing. I had to stop taking it because it cause me to not be able to get my breath

[@elizabethmomodu305]

Please when you stop what did you take because I take it and I tell my doc to change it he said no please help

[@jesusvillasor4317]

No Side effect for me and the good doc has prescribed until Now using it ty.

[@boom-d8034]

@@elizabethmomodu305 find a new doctor........He WORKS for you........he can't do that.

[@elizabethmomodu305]

@@boom-d8034 thanks 🙏

[@jackking5567]

Had most of those symptoms. Discussed with my doctor and that doctor refused to believe it was this medication. His parting words when he agreed to try another medical were "We'll see". That shows in itself how arrogant and uncaring my doctor was. Changed to another medication and all of my symptoms brought on by this medication vanished by day 4. Yes - it was so evident. I didn't go back to discuss the dramatic changes with me stopping this medication. Instead, I changed my doctors practice to a one which listens to patients and actually cares. Makes me wonder just how many people suffer by listening to their doctor when their own bodies are telling them something isn't right...

[@janehyden1652]

well my rheumatoid dr wanted to test me for hep b!!! i told him i didnt have it and he made up the order anyway. then i called to ask the nurse about it and she said she didnt understand my problem----if i tell him something and he doesnt believe me then how can we have any kind.of communication........ what kind of crap is that???

[@briannab5296]

Jack King ... your last sentence is right on!

[@kathyvangogh4034]

No kidding. So many doctors are not fit to practice. Remember at least 50:/: of all doctors graduated in the Bottom 50:/: of their class!

[@francinepoirier8031]

I had been prescribed 2 other BP meds over the years but was prescribed Amlodipine 5mg about 3 yrs ago. I'm 78. No side effects and it is one of the blood pressure meds that doesn't have a negative reaction with grapefruit. I really enjoy grapefruit, so I'm sticking with it.

[@amadeopureza7722]

If

[@dantaylor1724]

How comes my Amlodipine med packaging says "Avoid Eating Grapefruit And/Or Drinking Grapefruit Juice" ? 🤔

[@stephaniemccoy5031]

The packaging says avoid grapefruit

[@vincentwilsonsr8652]

​@@dantaylor1724 grapefruit lowers your blood pressure 😉

[@dantaylor1724]

@@vincentwilsonsr8652 Yes, but you can not eat or drink Grapefruit with certain blood pressure medication. Amlodipine is one of those medications that come with a warning not to eat or drink Grapefruit.

[@asheisadora]

I switched to Amlopidine from Lisinopril, and I've tolerated it very well. I had numerous fainting episodes with Lisinopril, especially in the sunlight and if I had a fever. Amlopidine's been fine and my bp is under control.

[@lilysgram5886]

Lisinopril can cause you to have an annoying dry cough. I have bad allergies and a cough is the last thing I need.

[@briannab5296]

Did ya'll know .. Lisinopril is made from snake venom? 🤢🤮 I wonder what this Amlopidine is made from .. 🤔

[@lilysgram5886]

@@briannab5296 Don’t tell me! 😁😁

[@briannab5296]

@@lilysgram5886 ... sorry Gram 🤣

[@lilysgram5886]

@@briannab5296 Can’t believe they use snake venom in a medicine. Gross.

[@jamescarnley4830]

IT'S AMAZING...THE INTERNET WATCHES YOU AND SHARES PERSONAL INFORMATION WITH OTHERS.

[@Mowlo]

I have been on 5mg for 3 years now and absolutely NO side effects I do try to be very active excercise and good diet...VERY IMPORTANT

[@lesliechristian1941]

I have several patients who demonstrate mild to extreme gum swelling taking this med.

[@blackfeel9172]

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[@zekerodgers5683]

He was very on point on the headaches they come and go it’s very frustrating

[@eileenchmielewski1420]

I just found your page! Thank you for such excellent information. I am taking Amlodipine and I am dizzy from time to time, but thankfully, that's the only side effect.

[@nilyfoxx9645]

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[@makaylalee1436]

I take this blood pressure medicine. I’m so glad to learn about this medication

[@blackfeel9172]

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[@joangodblesseveryone2241]

Information on amlodipine extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@elliotmann8882]

I used to take amlodipine 5mg for a few years, but it started to have less and less effect. So the doctor upped it to 10mg. That's when I got a severe side effect, which was a 4 hour long nose bleed. I had to switch to another med.

[@BugzBunnywazaHare]

Very good information about this medication. I take it and have many of the side effects from it. Excellent video......

[@kimvuchkovich2687]

This popped up and I'm so glad it did. I've had many of these side effects. Thank you. Does anyone have trouble with smelling something that's not there????

[@mamsiembhili6041]

Thanks for info I get swollen anķels especially on hot days am on 10mgs.

[@jodylien853]

Phantom smells, yes! I have been on Amlodapine for a few years but the phantom smells have only been the past 6 months.

[@Joyce-xt4wj]

I have been taking Amlodepin for twenty years then my feet and ankles started swelling ,when I told the doctor it's Amlodepin and changed my medication.

[@paul756uk2]

Thanks for this video. I'm 65 and hadn't taken any medication in my life but was put on 10mg of amlodopine because I needed an operation for a detached retina and my BP was high on the pre op check up. I'm in no way a nervous person but get white coat syndrome and my BP goes up exponentially for some reason. Over the last couple of weeks after having been on them for around 9 months and losing around 30 pounds in weight I've been weaning myself off of them and checking my bp which hasn't changed. I didn't really have any side effects except occasional ankle swelling and uncontrollable itching but very rarely so not sure if I can put it down to this. I hate being on meds and will do everything I can to stay off them but I do understand some people don't have a choice. I'm a great believer in natural medicines and have a passionate disdain for allopathic medicine especially considering the events of the last couple of years so with plenty of exercise, which I've always done, and occasional fasting, hopefully I can stay off of them.

[@rayhunt8487]

I am not a doctor but I had some of those conditions and ended up having kidney problems I highly suggest that you have a kidney check talk to your family doctor, I had the same situation and I am blind in my left eye and on dialysis ,matter fact that is where I am right now! Please get that checked out ,it may save you from,what I am going through. Stay Safe And Help Others Truth Out Trump’s Lies Daily

[@paul756uk2]

@@rayhunt8487 Thanks for that Ray. I'll organise a check up only seeing a doctor (I'm in the UK) at the moment is not exactly easy.

[@rayhunt8487]

@@paul756uk2 You are welcome I hope you don’t have my problem, but catching it early will definitely help you. Stay Safe safe help Others

[@paul756uk2]

@@rayhunt8487 if it's not too personal a question Ray, what were the problems you were having and how are you feeling now?

[@rayhunt8487]

@@paul756uk2 Paul, I had high BP ,under control now,,diabetes type 2, Blind in the left eye, and on Dialysis ! I am blessed with a loving caring wife and I am doing well and I have convinced a few reluctant people to get vaccinated, it fits in to my stay Safe and Help Others , and I am proud of that. PS none of my problems stemmed from the BP medicine I was started on the subject med after starting dialysis because it can effect BP and my BP med at the time was too effective

[@ArnCital]

I am a veteran and receive my medical care from the Veterans Administration. My primary care physician did not discuss any of this with me. Also take Losartan. I have some of the side effects listed such as fatigue, daily nap requirement, swollen legs and ankles. A few months ago I fired my primary care physician and another was assigned to me. The original would not listen to me. Thank you for the information presented in a manner succinct and to the point.

[@louisesomething1247]

Go keto/carnivore.. my heart to yours 💕Changed my life within 3 weeks …🤗

[@colleenoaksferrigno]

Were you able to get a new PCP through the VA? Vet here. I consider myself lucky to have a good VA here in CT. There was a time where I needed to "fire" one doc and hire a new one. They made that transition smoothly for me. Best of luck to you and Thank You for Your Service.

[@colleenoaksferrigno]

​@@louisesomething1247I am just discovering Keto for myself now. 51, post-menopausal, with other medical conditions. Menopause has whooped my butt. Hard transition. Would you have any recommendations on books or websites on Keto?! Or Carnivore?

[@ArnCital]

@@colleenoaksferrigno I fired one who would not listen to me. A few days ago I developed floaters in my rt eye and got a appointment in a matter of hours. I am fortunate no retina issues[ fyi if you get flashes in your eye then get to a eye doctor immediately.

[@ameliarogas-cagascas5607]

thanks for the information ,i'm a happy user of amlo.for about 3 years,i'm 70 ,and got 11 kids ,all normal in giving birth,,🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@lynnstorey8020]

Very illuminating and possibly explains some things that I experience with my body. I take several types of medication, including Amlodipine

[@anitameyer5529]

Clear and good explanation thank you doctor God bless

[@matthewpadgett9526]

I had many of those “side effects”. The only way I found out about what was happening with my body was when my PCP was on vacation, the replacement told me what I was seeing, even the blood spots under my skin on my legs. I had a decision to make, either continue to take it, or get control of my body and what I was eating. I chose the latter. Against my PCP’s wishes, I did what was best for me!

[@chomyamcnutt3616]

I taken this pill for over 5 years working really good control my bloodpressure and heart beat skip now stop I have rash all over my head and down to my face

[@stevehill3102]

I'm 65 yo and I'm on 40mg atorvastatin and 2.5mg of amlodipine each taken once daily. I often wake up dizzy in the morning as I rise from bed and sometimes I have heart palpitations. My arms bruise easily with red splotches and sometimes I itch around the mid section. Thanks for posting this vid!

[@sylviaypma9958]

Me too!! Exact same but I'm older. New doc switched meds to this one.

[@geoffreyhill7161]

I've been on Amlodopine for 20 odd years and I've started with edema so I've stopped taking it

[@sisidemilade6578]

Me too, with atrovastatins and my cardiologist asked me to stop using it.

[@daffyduck5171]

Wow ive got so many of these symptoms and wondered what was causing it

[@eleanormiller9626]

Me to

[@angelastinson6339]

Same here@@eleanormiller9626

[@bettiblanchard873]

I’ve had good luck with amlodipine but losartan was a different story. I have been thru so many different blood pressure meds. Rashes, dizziness, etc. you name it I had it. Most of these drugs have so many bad side effects that it is amazing when you can find one that works without causing so many horrible problems. Good luck to finding one that works that you can live with.Diovan was the absolute worst that caused a rash so severe that I didn’t think I could stand it. My face and ear lobes swelled and itched so bad . It was so unbelievably terrible.

[@chachab9239]

Hi Betty.. don’t mention loser tan. A real enemy to me. Non-stop coughing. That stuff is no, no for me. Now amplodipine big time leg, ankle foot swelling if I don’t take fluid pill with it. Let us “hang-on in there” best we can. 😊❣️

[@marktwain368]

God bless you, Betti. There are natural food alternatives like pomegranate.

[@joseanker2059]

I’ve been feeling unwell since taking this medication and after listening to this, I’m stopping.

[@lindanavai9778]

I have been using this med for years and been having swollen ankles since I can remember. I have gotten used to it...

[@BA-ef4pr]

Worst bp rx ever. I ended up in a wheelchair as a result of pain in my muscles and bones. Doctors are just signing us up so they get their bonus.

[@Hanuboru]

This is dreadful doctoring. First thing they teach you in medical school “Do no harm!” You may be wise to consult a Naturopathic Physician instead of a misguided GP. Try Traditional Chinese Medicine or Ayurveda . You may live longer!

[@BA-ef4pr]

@@Hanuboru i was able to recover, but dont wish to share how. Thank you for your reply.

[@yetundeyoloye1509]

😊​@@Hanuboru

[@talk2flonow261]

Just ordered my wheelchair after being on it for about 6 years. Getting worse every year and then loss of mobility and hard to get off it.

[@yazmincolon3129]

Thank you for the information. Some things I didn’t know and I did experience many of those side effects.

[@amazoniaamazonia7225]

I have been subscribed Amlodipine for a couple of years now, it’s good at reducing hypertension but there is a trade off with the side effects as mentioned in the video.

[@rodterrell304]

Good to know this , I take this meds, I do get the daytime sleepiness but then again I stay up late a lot and get up eatly

[@kathys2924]

Thank you sir, doctors don’t discuss these side effects. Thanks

[@rdecook651]

My doctor just took me off this. I'm soooooooo glad. My BP problems were caused by HYPERthryroidism (Graves disease), which I now have under control

[@kellydaughtry4374]

I was put on 2.5m Amlodipine several years ago, because my doctor thought I might be under situational stress. So I would take a pill 2-3 times a week. However, over the last 2 years I deceived to start taking it daily. initially it made me light headed and dizzy when I stood up, but that soon went away as I kept taking it. However, in 2019 I was diagnosed with sleep apnea. It continued to worsen where it felt like something swollen was in my throat or airway. I went to my primary doctor who referred me to ENT, Endocrinologist, voice specialist and fast forward I ended up in ER the day after Memorial Day 2022. They did a CT Scan and each time everything came back good. While in the ER as I talked with the nurse, she asked did I think I could be allergic to something. I told her no, I didn't think so. But I began to ponder if there was something that I was eating that could cause this. I stopped taking Amlodipine for 7-10 days and low and behold the lump feeling went away and so did the sleep apnea. The whole time it was the side effect of the amlodipine. Please watch out if you get sleep apnea after taking this BP med.

[@naesarang1341]

i have sleep apnea and I’m also taking amlodipine,no wonder I always feel lightheaded,headache,edema.recently my ankle is swollen and it’s so painful even the back of my leg.

[@kellydaughtry4374]

@@naesarang1341 yes, I was light headed and had ankle swelling too. I am on another BP now and I haven’t experienced the throat swelling, light headed and swelling.

[@roslanmohdnoor7571]

It's so true...took this Amlodipine for years...I'm suffering sleep apnea too...even I had abdominal pain and constipation.i immediately stop now.

[@jamescorsey6041]

@@kellydaughtry4374which bp med are u on now

[@margaretw3409]

This medicine works wonders for me. I only take 5mg and it works. I don't have any of the side effects. I feel so much better. I take a half in the am and a half at night. That seems to work for me.

[@vanessaortiz6986]

My doctor prescribed me 5mlg of amlodipine besylate should I take it I'm confused by all the negative comments

[@ranaeburgess6982]

It helps me a lot too. I have a family history of heart attacks and strokes.

[@remediosrosario6847]

I'm taking Amlodipine 10mg for 2yrs now. I'm 59. It helps me a lot. No side effects thank God. My night headache has been cured. My bp lowers from 150/100 or sometimes 170/100 to 130/80.

[@vickievaughan5246]

My BP goes up to 220/120 in my left arm and 230/110 in my right arm. I’m not on any medication. I have had side effects from everything they’ve given me. Last week I went to urgent care because I felt like my BP was up. It was so high they sent me to the hospital.

[@azeydon]

You need to get your BP down/under control asap.

[@redfury223]

@@vickievaughan5246 keep working on it luv, don't give up & with the grace of the old fella in the sky you will improve & feel much better soon..... good luck

[@vickievaughan5246]

@@redfury223 thank you for your encouragement. I’ve been going through HELL since June 2021. I now have more problems now than I did when I first found out I had sever hypertension, atherosclerosis, and coronary heart disease. It’s the hypertension that’s is uncontrollable with the medication. Last week it was 220/120. My urgent care sent me to the hospital. They gave me a Xanax and a half of amlodipine, and sent me home. My doctor did an angiogram and didn’t find anything that should cause such high BP. They gave me 4 of the 4 worst medications for hypertension and they all gave me bad side effects. I’m generally a healthy person. I walk daily, don’t smoke or drink. I try to eat well (lots of beets) and don’t touch salt. I live a (on the outside) a very relaxed stressless life. But I still have sever hypertension. I wake up and it’s 182/109. I know I’m putting my life in severe jeopardy. But the medications will kill me anyway. I’m trying everything natural that I can. My husband said,”it’s in my head.” And I think he’s right. How can I change my way of thinking? I pray constantly for a BP of at least 120/80. I appreciate your comment.😊

[@tonyanthonyironman4352]

I JUST GOT THIS MED AND IM SCARED TO USE IT

[@nayee54riripfeifa94]

I have been experiencing all of these and now need to absolutely make an appointment to get off of this or did any of you just stop taking little by little

[@reallifehappenvlog4264]

I am taking this medicine for 6yrs and there is no side effect for me..

[@JoeGiz64]

Same here. 6+ years no issues.

[@kmccurley1948]

Not 6 years but it works great

[@Mscavalli2]

Same 4 years . We are lucky! God is good.

[@ritamorrow8393]

Is a side effect weight lost?

[@kmccurley1948]

@@ritamorrow8393 no

[@rocdeca77]

I’ve have diabetes and high blood pressure and I’ve been taking it for the past 5 years, I noticed my legs from my knees down we’re getting swollen when I asked my doctor she said that it was because I was fat, I wish she would have told me about the side effects because i never had swollen legs before!! Next time I see her I’m going to ask her and let her know about my findings and see what she tells me! By the way I’ve been exercising and doing a ketovore diet and I’m down 32 lbs and my blood pressure is down to normal the last 3 times I’ve had it taken so I’m hoping that I can get meds reduced until I’m completely off of them!

[@carolynpercell52]

I believe the percentage is higher than what they're reporting. Much higher

[@rubyforde3765]

Thank you for this information my doctor has never informed me of these issues and risks

[@lynnebattaglia-triggs1042]

Amlodipine definitely causes ankle edema in many people. Even walking and exercising does not remove this swelling.

[@loupascarelli]

right .. Swollen feet & ankles / calves

[@joshcoats91]

I’m on it now and just started having ankle swelling. Have you found an alternative?

[@korolr]

I have the same problem. Swimming seems to diminish, but not eliminate, the edema. I swim freestyle.

[@fabianmckenna8197]

Used Amlodipine and another pill.... not sure of name but I ended up with swollen ankles. Stopped the other pill and now use Amlodipine and Bendroflumethiazide for blood pressure control. Sorted!

[@teresasardinas5642]

I used Amlodipine and my feet were super swollen, I was taking 10 mg, then Dr. reduced to 5 mg, and later 2.5; still my ankles were swollen. They finally increased the other pill I was taking, and I am doing fine.

[@bapujim]

I am highly appreciative of the presentation. Thank you

[@patricialewis-amachie11]

I AM GLAD I CAME ACROSS THIS INFOMATION, I TAKE AMLODIPINE, VERY HELPFUL, I ALSO HAVE THESE SIDE EFFECTS

[@majorsynthqed7374]

Other than slight edema I had none of these. However, one side effect not mentioned was told to me by a dental surgeon and my family dentist: swelling of the gum tissue. I have to make sure I do a thorough job brushing my teeth every day. The surgeon was clear about one thing though. If the medication works, it is more important to keep blood pressure under control than to worry about mild swelling of the gums.

[@johndcoffeyjd5636]

Thanks so much for the info.

[@gloryudochi5023]

You are right

[@tinamiller8583]

I was on amlodipine pending and had painful gums that was bleeding. The dentist said it couldn't be my bp meds. He took an extra and some of my jawbone deteriorated. Then I went to the pharmacy for my meds one month and they were out of stock and had to take amlodopine amloc. My gums went back to normal after some time . No more bleeding and swelling.

[@cristinasezonov773]

Pop

[@pingyu5141]

I had bloated feet which i know was due to amlodipine, however for my gum problems i did not immediately realized it was due to its side effect. I had 3 teeth extracted because they moved sideways and hurt my checks' insides. I changed medication and so far is doing fine. But i did spend much for my dental procedure for bone regrowing in my gums and have to wear teeth braces.

[@marykit8742]

I"ve been taking Amlodipine 10 /160 mg for almost a decade , and thanks God I did"t feel any side effect.This medicine is one of the best medicine for high blood pressure, it" s really control the bp.

[@floridalife7564]

How are you doing now should I be scared to take

[@DixieKing-d4h]

You are very Lucky !!

[@dianajohnson4826]

Thank you for sharing. Have been on it for several months. Experience sleepless night and low energy during the daylight hours. Will most definitely address this with my doctor.

[@SuzanneWho]

I’m on 2.5mg. I have been taking vit D3 and just raised it to 4000iu/day. It may help lower my BP and I can stop the amlodipine. I’m also low on B12 so need to up my dosage which may also help. Everyone needs to have a full panel done to see what’s deficient before taking drugs. See Dr Berry videos.

[@byhisgrace2853]

Absolutely. Although we get great information here on KZbin everyone should seek professional help in person that's specific to them before taking any type of medication and even supplements.

[@hazec7235]

I've been taking vitamin D before I had my high blood episode a few days ago. I haven't been taking it since (I'm kinda scared to take it). I wanna take it take again. Do you take the vitamin D along with the meds or at a different time?

[@eyeinfbi]

Keep in mind that vitamin D is a fat soluble. It does get stored in the fat. You can take too much. Watch for signs of too much and/or speak to your doctor.

[@cershe]

Doc based on your explanation re side effects of hypertensive medications, what is the best medication can you recommend that has minor side effects for hypertension?

[@lroseway7426]

I'm taking this medication and I'm having most of these side effects that you are now talking about I'm also taking the enalapril with it

[@deniseanderson8933]

I'm done taking this! Too many symptoms on here that I'm having. First Hydrochlorothiside broke me out in a rash that I'm still trying to get rid of themarks n itching. No more!!! I'M goingvthe natural route

[@gailknight3128]

I used to get many migraines, but gradually they lessened, lasted shorter periods, wasn't vomiting, and stopped altogether. That was a great relief. Didn't realise it was the medication. Oh and the heart skipping a beat, that happens often, but my doctor didn't say it could be the amlodipine.

[@pazbarrios3753]

I used before Norvasc but my doctor change it to amlopedine until now. Maybe because of too long used I'm so sick I feel dizzy, have migraine fatigue n others that I saw it here n read about the side effects of amlopedine. I was surprised when I read it so many n all those that you mentioned are experienced now. All my good doctors are retired n some are gone. N now I don't have any family doctor just go to the walk in clinic but because of this covid 19 it's hard to make an appointment the secretary will tell you they are already full n no available they will give 2 months to wait or call back.because of this on line call to make appointments it's really hard. So what will say sir do I need to continue those medications that gives me headaches n others that you mentioned that side effects of amlopedine..I'm scared now to continue that medications because of that side effect which really affect me . Bye for now n thank you very much for those good information . God bless, stay safe 🙏 n be healthy 🙏 ❤

[@seemev2.0phuckbootube78]

Get off it . It will kill you. Mt heart started acting up on it I didn't know what was happening, not long after I started to skip heart beat multiple times a day. I swear it was going to kill me. I loss function. The first day I stopped the skips stopped. My blood pressure didn't change coming off it

[@dufus7396]

If he even mentions it loses licence to practice

[@elsiedlembula3130]

I skip heart beats too. Now they took my blood samples to check the problem

[@LANNOULA]

@@elsiedlembula3130It causes me skipped erratic beats too and fast hard beats. Had to wear a monitor for 2 weeks and do a stress. They found “palpitations” and some tachycardia. Also dry mouth and gum issues. I even told my cardiologist I think Amlodipine is causing this a few days ago and she swore it doesn’t cause any of this and offered to up the mg. Wth?!

[@naturalblockade3412]

I have been on Amlodipine and Lisinopril for more than 20 years without any of these identified side effects.

[@captglenn100]

I have been taking Amlodipine 5mg for 8 years. Absolutely no side effects and blood pressure has been great. I used to get really bad migraine headaches, but within about a week after starting Amlodipine I stopped getting migraines and have not had one since.

[@alvincredit7000]

Same experience with me, worked very quickly for me, only i have been taking for less than a year. Curious about your age. I'm 65 years old.

[@kmm291]

@@alvincredit7000 me too , taking for years, I’m 74. My ankles swell a bit sometimes, not bad.

[@stevel6117]

Can I ask did it make you short of breath at all as my migraines stopped the day I used Amlodipine but the lack of breath was alarming.

[@alvincredit7000]

@@stevel6117 I am overweight and always a little short of breath, so not really noticeable to me. And as someone else mentioned some swelling in the lower leg area. No comparison to the positive from the amlodipine, which before i started was having not only headaches, but on a couple occasions numbness down my left side, which i believe were minny strokes. So i have a much better upside than downside for me. Also, dry mouth during the night. I am better off with than without, i believe. I feel better, as well.

[@elliebellie7816]

This was my experience as well. I haven't had a single migraine since I started on Amlodipine and I was a two-a-week victim prior to that. I haven't had the shortness of breath or any other side effects at all. Obviously, it's not for everone but for me it was a lifesaver.

[@elizabethstewart8463]

Amlodipine 5 mg per day works well for me. I’m aware of the side effects and am careful. A little itching. Some gum swelling. Edema if I eat too much especially carbs. Walking reduces the swelling somewhat. I have had a little vein rupture in my retina so bp meds are essential. So moderation. It’s boring but will keep you alive. Stay upright and keep moving.

[@rebeccajohnson3508]

I am getting off this asap!! Dizziness, swelling, terrible rashes, HAIR LOSS, headache, fatigue, nausea, red face, skipped heart beats, itching, I always get side effects!!☹

[@prophetesscemickens2454]

MexTooBabe🙏

[@cynthyubani7089]

Same here... like I don't usually get myself

[@annwanamaker5210]

Thank you. I have been taking this med (5mg daily) for several years in winter (cold weather) as I have Raynauds syndrome and my fingers especially get ice cold & turn blue. I find at 84yrs old, & have PULMONARY FIBROSIS, & Sweets SyndromeI & now COVID, I don’t go out as much this year. I have developed the symptoms you described this year for the first time & truly believe it’s due to being house, so will talk to my cardiologist to reduce dosage & see if that helps. Thanks again for your share & wisdom on this. I’ll stay tuned!! Ann

[@dcjohnson2208]

I didn’t get swelling of the ankles but it reduced my morning 2 mile walk to 0.1 mile!! My left ankle hurt so bad I had trouble walking. No swelling. However, when my cardiologist changed me back to my previous BP med, and 2.5mg Amlodipine AS NEEDED, I could walk again and get great results AS NEEDED.

[@seemev2.0phuckbootube78]

Was on 10 mg. Couple months goes by with great results, but shortly after my heart started to skip beats and when it happened it would take away my energy, made my arms feel like I had thick oil for blood. I could move them, but it hurt and I didn't want to. I just laid there like a slug not moving until it went away. I try to tell my doctor and he shrugged his shoulders not knowing what I was trying to tell him. Once it started happening several times a day, on a daily basis I decided to stop taking them. The first day I stopped rhythmic beats went back to normal and it's not happen since. The drug would've killed me I felt.

[@mayiles6082]

I took it for for about 3-4 weeks. I noticed my gums were bright red and swollen. A Peridontist told me it was a side affects of Amlodipine. I also had swollen ankles. I stopped taking it, and it's taken 18+ months my gums are better but still sensitive.

[@virginiaphuthi1698]

I am 47 started Amlodipine 30mg in 2017 I urinate a lot especially in the mornings thank you for the information