How to Take AMLODIPINE (Norvasc) | High Blood Pressure Medication | Side Effects

NORVASC, or Amlodipine in its generic form, is used to treat high blood pressure and angina. Keeping your blood pressure well controlled over the long term is known to reduce your risk of heart attacks and strokes. In this video, Dr Hart-Pinto answers the most common questions on Amlodipine (NORVASC) including:
• How and when should you take your Amlodipine
• How long does it take for the medication to work?
• How long will you need to take my medication?
• Are there any side effects?
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Amlodipine is also known under the following brand names:
1. NORVASC
2. Katerzia
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#NORVASC #Amlodipine #Sideeffects
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:16 What is Amlodipine? ( NORVASC )
00:36 Is NORVASC / Amlodipine safe for me?
01:06 Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
01:29 What is the correct dose of Amlodipine?
01:47 How and when to take Amlodipine
02:03 Duration of Treatment
02:19 How long does Amlodipine take to work?
02:48 Are there any foods I should avoid?
03:09 Can I Drink Alcohol with this medication?
03:25 I have missed my dose. What should I do?
03:43 I have accidentally taken too much medication.
03:56 Side Effects of Amlodipine ( NORVASC )
05:19 Legal Disclaimer
05:24 End Screen
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Amlodipine 2.5 mg
Amlodipine 5 mg
Amlodipine 10 mg
Amlodipine 5mg/5ml
Amlodipine 10mg/5ml
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Further Reading - Resources for Patients
NHS
www.nhs.uk/medicines/amlodipine/
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Last updated 8th Aug 2022
Next review date is 8th Aug 2025
Author: Dr Andrew Hart Pinto
Internally peer-reviewed: Dr Najeebah Jaunbocus 7th Aug 2022.
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Videos cover definitions, aetiology, symptoms, clinical features, management, prognosis and complications of a wide variety of medical topics.
Authors:
1. Dr A. Hart-Pinto MBChB (Hons) BSc (Hons) MRCS
2. Dr Najeebah Jaunbocus MBChB MRCGP
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[@JHPMedicalUK]

Hi, thanks for watching. JHP Medical has NO AFFILIATION with drug manufacturers (AKA BIG PHARMA), and we NEVER will. Our only AIM is to educate patients about their medications. We do NOT recommend or endorse any medication discussed, nor can we provide individual medical advice. Instead, the information provided here is intended to assist patients in making clear, informed decisions with their doctors.

[@christopherrobin7776]

F--- your education. You are shill and endorsing this poison is outrageous.

[@raylavere5184]

Llllp

[@margiewinslow872]

I like to walk up a hill most days. After a week on Amlodipine, i felt like I was carrying sandbags in my legs. Then felt more heaviness, fatigue. Barely got up stairs. Stopped it and recovered completely in about 2 weeks.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Sorry to hear this. Please consult with your doctor.

[@margiewinslow872]

@@JHPMedicalUK I did. She increased my Valsartan. That worked without side effects for me.

[@kurtpadua1920]

I have same experience.

[@waleyefish9026]

Calcium Channel Blockers make my Blood Pressure go Sky high! Had to switch to ACE inhibitors. Had to go to the hospital, They don't know why it does this in Some People.???

[@lisaworkman4293]

I also felt terrible on this drug,after stopping it I recovered completely!

[@joerose6945]

Love it! BP was 182/120! Now after a week of 5mg, 129/96!! No symptoms. I also completely cut out salt (or as much as humanly possible) 😃

[@ironwood9]

Cut out what??

[@joerose6945]

@@ironwood9 salt

[@Dabeauty123]

@@ironwood9salt!!!

[@tpr299]

I don’t want to know how to take it. I want to know how to get off of it.

[@the_Success_Experiments]

Take concentrated beets.

[@nathinking1712]

Wym concentrateed beets like beet powder or squeezd beets​@@the_Success_Experiments

[@vmobile890]

@@the_Success_Experiments Beet powder fresh beets can beets ask your doctor

[@adriandavie952]

Brilliant video...cheers people...

[@johnr7769]

Excellent video. Feel very reassured. Thank you.

[@gloriakurkowski101]

Very informative and helpful. Thank you.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

You are welcome

[@tracyheaslip8754]

Thank you that was great. I really appreciate the information

[@kasunrodrigo6592]

Thank you so much as an apprentice pharmacist your videos are very helpful best of luck from Srilanka

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Glad you find them helpful

[@Whistlewalk]

Thank you. This was very useful for me.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching

[@Finglesham]

Useful video for people going on to this drug through having high BP. Age 77 soon so not done badly to keep off high BP. On 5mg and the pressure in down to stage 1 hypertension already. No other nasties so far. But heart attacks the tablets.

[@vanessawalker2656]

Constipation? I stopped taking this med for 2 years, and I no longer suffer from chronic constipation. But of course, my blood pressure is not being controlled anymore, but I'm not dead yet.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Sorry to hear this. Please consult with your doctor.

[@vanessawalker2656]

@JHPMedicalUK Yes, I will. This med is a calcium channel blocker, and the first side effects listed is constipation. If I've known that I would not have stayed on the medication for the few years I've been on it. As gut health means everything to me without it, your whole system is thrown off as it affects every organ in your body.

[@keegan773]

I had a very bad reaction to this medication. I showed virtually every side effect listed and thought my days were numbered. I stopped taking them and in three days felt human again. I have now been prescribed a different family of tablets and have no side effects.

[@ivoshterev]

Thank you, very helpful!

[@JHPMedicalUK]

+Ivo Pavlov Hi, thanks for watching. We are glad you find it useful

[@joshuanmartell8227]

Question I get some of these side effects once in a while, what type of job you consider safe for someone under this medication.

[@harrietkatushllme6960]

Good job doctor because I'm also a victim of Hbp

[@andreabanks7701]

I'm on it now I had open heart surg and that's what change my BP meds I can tell now my BP stays low now 😊

[@royferguson2297]

I have been on this drug since 2011, I never knew you took it for Angina. I had Angina attacks in 2011 when I was taking a chemo tablet, oncologist stopped the tablet and I spent 4 days on a heart ward being checked out, they found nothing wrong with my heart, so now I'm thinking my doctor skimmed over the report saw the word angina and decided I will put him on this drug.

[@sallybush6454]

Thank u for this video

[@gwendolynreid529]

Well said sir thank you

[@hassenjaunbocus124]

Thank you doctor,as a regular amlodipine user,your video is very helpful. 👍👍👍👍

[@nidzacrespo9533]

Gracias 😊 😊❤ very interesting 🤔

[@JHPMedicalUK]

You're welcome 😊

[@anyone173]

I felt fine until i was prescribed this around 10month ago. Now my BP went up from 80 to 90. And i get a strange uncomfortable feeling around my heart for a few seconds nearly every other day. Very worried.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Sorry to hear this. Please consult with your doctor.

[@the_Success_Experiments]

Thank you

[@daniellehelliker6033]

what about the side effects not in the leaflet like may affect the eyes?

[@debbieray5629]

It controlled my B/P and I felt great . But every B/P med i have been put on caused a nasty , thick 24 hr a day cough. It was awful to get rid of . It’s about the breakdown of cytokines at the lung barrier. I had to stop it.

[@happyjubilee4021]

Thank you so much ❤

[@JHPMedicalUK]

You're welcome 😊

[@MrHornet72]

For that I will subscribe to your channel 😊💪

[@pierreperk7079]

Start this medication 2 days ago. Difficult breathing, swelling other feet dizzy but the breathing really scares me

[@Dabeauty123]

Wow talk to your doctor about changing it

[@MrHornet72]

I love the alcohol part 😊👍

[@gertrudesregis9166]

LATE VIEWER FROM PHILIPPINES

[@JHPMedicalUK]

+Regis baby tisay Hi, thanks for watching. We are glad you find it useful

[@kaminiphilip9992]

Thank you Dr for the fine explanation of amlodipine..what I like to know is ,how do I discontinue this product when my readings become normal Thank you,waiting for your reply ❤

[@Dabeauty123]

Talk with you doctor

[@SimpliShelbiTV]

I have been on the medicine since October . I am now feeling like something is crawling in my face And some time itchy .

[@kennethmregan]

After years of Amlodipine I NOW Itch at time I retire to bedtime….?

[@arfermo853]

​@@kennethmreganyep same here

[@vasilicaciuca5165]

I stopped and recovered completely with neuropathy

[@andrekeefer2034]

I was told to discontinue the use of Amlodipine as it gave hypotension. I was getting extremely dizzy when standing from a sitting position. I would get out of my car and become extremely dizzy for about five or 10 minutes.

[@margaretmagnusen1731]

I have been taking amlodipine for about twenty years now, but now I am experiencing dizziness and headache can I stop taking the medication? I take it with bendro.

[@spokingv]

Taper very slowly. At least 2 months of reduction

[@flavsngrace]

Steady grapefruit consumption lowers your blood pressure, which is why w Amlodipine it will tank it.

[@thepiperatthegate8827]

Interesting. In which case, just forget Amlodipine and consume grapefruit products on a regular basis.😉

[@G.V.A.A.]

I have already been taking this medicine for 8 days and I am already feeling a bit confused whether I should continue taking it every day or not. What do you advise me?

[@littlestar034]

​@@G.V.A.A.tell me .same question

[@G.V.A.A.]

@@littlestar034 I always keep taking my high blood pressure meds. I've tried magnesium and other supplements, but I can't get my blood pressure back to normal.

[@littlestar034]

@@G.V.A.A. u take medicines on regular basis ? Or when ur bp high then u take medicine.. not regular basis ?

[@user-ut7bl8ho1e]

I always cough and have cramps on my legs after taking Amlodipin for a week, what could be the cause

[@ritahathcock5740]

Can I take it with oth blood pressue

[@davel213]

Hi i am taking amlodipine 10mg and indapamide 1.5mg together and im starting to feel very fatigued should i go back to the gp thanks

[@JHPMedicalUK]

+david luckett Hi, thank you for watching. We hope you have found the video helpful. Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual medical advice due to medico-legal reasons. Each person's medical situation is unique, and it's important to consult your doctor or healthcare professional for personalised guidance. They have access to your medical history and can offer the most appropriate advice tailored to your specific needs. Best wishes, JHP Medical Team

[@elizabethdaniel646]

It works for me im on10 mg

[@oldgoat50]

I took 10mg for about 7 months and now been diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy. Have to walk with a cane. Saw a pain management doc and he wants to put in an electrical system to run down my legs and feet.

[@robertwalker1742]

Good info but kill the intrusive music

[@D.Frasure]

This drug is working for me.

[@sammckinstry]

What is in Amlopidine? Chalk? Dried grapefruit juice, or other?

[@user-wz5bb5pu4v]

It makes you tired ! I really don’t trust taking it. And causes Neuropathy!

[@senorenatoledobagabaga3997]

Dr I'm taking amlo 10 mg at 8 o'clock in morning one tab.then at 6 in the evning losartan 100 mg .my Dr diagnos

[@arcadia5607]

Just started this today. ❤

[@iFoxyMamii]

How are you doing? Today is my 1st day and I'm so nervous...

[@BigReox7]

I have been on this about a month.. though it’s lowering my blood pressure I am getting like a nervous vertigo now.. is this a side effect any one else has had?

[@betsyedria3905]

I've been on this for months now, and I've gained weight 😢

[@SouravGhoshkulti]

What happens to the blocked Calcium? Whatever we consume, Calcium where stores? in kidney?

[@bobboscarato1313]

Hello Dr. I was taking Amlodipine three years ago but my ankles got swollen so my GP took it off.-

[@ladyliss]

How much was your dose and were u able to be active? To help reduce edema just wondering I'm starting this medicine

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Thanks for watching. Sorry, we do not recommend or endorse any of these medications discussed. Instead, the information provided is aimed at assisting patients in making clear, informed decisions with their doctors.

[@bobboscarato1313]

@@JHPMedicalUK I quite understand that.-

[@samrasoli]

cool

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Thanks for watching

[@Edgey80]

This is not a drug. Its a poison.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Hi, sorry to hear about your experience, thank you for sharing with our community. I'm sure there will be patients who share your story. A balanced view is what we wish to promote. Your contribution is much appreciated. JHP Medical has NO AFFILIATION with drug manufacturers (AKA BIG PHARMA), and we NEVER will. Our only AIM is to educate patients about their medications. We do NOT recommend or endorse any medication discussed, nor can we provide individual medical advice. Instead, the information provided here is intended to assist patients in making clear, informed decisions with their doctors.

[@anyone173]

What makes you say that. Have you had a bad experience ? I am on these and feel worse. Feeling tired, heart palpitations, a bit of dizziness. I hate taking tablets.

[@thegrimspeaker8987]

I happen to agree with you.

[@clouisespr.5017]

I have the same heaviness in my legs going up stairs a sob. Afraid to take it😅😊

[@hendrosaputro5496]

My Bp when wake up in night is 153/85, then go yo hospital at 1am, they give me 5mg Amlodipine, now 128/79,, but still worrying to get stroke i'm 37

[@MrPants1970]

I have just started taking 5mg today, after a week I am increasing to 10mg. I am flushing.

[@MrJBlac]

Do you have any side effects from it

[@MrPants1970]

@@MrJBlac no major ones, my ankles are a little puffy and sore on the inside, but other than that nothing, it’s knocked my BP for six though, down from 160/104 to average 127/85

[@martinaconroy2328]

@@MrJBlacI started today 5mg my face is red and flushing

[@TriniDB]

Does this reduce male sperm count to make it hard for fertility ?

[@BigReox7]

I have been on this about a month.. though it’s lowering my blood pressure I am getting like a nervous vertigo now.. is this a side effect any one else has had?

[@RichieKhan]

On the same boat as you. My doctor thinks it’s because of another issue and not Amlodipine. I would love to hear about your experience today. Are you still having them?

[@BigReox7]

@@RichieKhan I started taking the pills at night before bed, this has helped

[@levyramohlola2040]

Very informstive and helpful lecture.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

See More Here : www.jhpmedical.info/amlodipine

[@krysiakania604]

Zadałam pytanie w języku polskim ,więc proszę o odpowiedź po polsku.

[@ShukreeTube1]

I'm on an 5mg regiment

[@chilton1975]

I start taking 5mg also. How are you feeling and are you taking other BP meds with it?

[@G.V.A.A.]

@@chilton1975 I have already been taking this medicine for 8 days and I am already feeling a bit confused whether I should continue taking it every day or not. What do you advise me?

[@chilton1975]

@@G.V.A.A. the medication has brought my blood pressure down. Right now I going to continue taking it. ☺️

[@G.V.A.A.]

@Brenda Clinton Thank you for answering me. Can you tell me now, how high is your blood pressure now,? This morning I took my blood pressure and it was mmHg-146, mmHg 85, ) I've been taking this medicine for 8 days now, but nothing changes. 😂

[@audacyspectrum3612]

@@G.V.A.A. 2 months later, and hows your BP now? I'm about to start this...

[@collextoys]

can I eat turmeric? while I am taking this?

[@tonyfontana8222]

I do, no issues so far !

[@malikmasoodkambho]

Nebil vs norvasc which is better ?

[@DorothyReedReed-ym6ii]

Iam on 5 mg in morning & 5 at night, but my blood pressure is running high & evaporated at times .iam also on 3 more bp meds.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

+Dorothy Reed Reed Hi, thanks for watching. We are glad you find it useful

[@Avi9952]

Is it normal to take 3 bp medicines together in an uncontrolled hypertension?

[@jennyklemm6602]

This drug caused joint pain for me. I stopped the drug. The pain disappeared! I believe it was an allergic reaction.

[@dianahanna170]

Yes you can

[@sunnysyl7]

In docent lower my blood pressure

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Hi, thanks for watching. We are glad you find it useful

[@arfermo853]

Just stopped taking it as all i get is tiredness and pains so hey ho bring on the heart attack ,at least i wont have to worry about this crazy world

[@jimmyburke1767]

The worst … had edema and couldn’t walk for weeks at a time

[@user-wz5bb5pu4v]

It has statin mixed in it also!

[@JHPMedicalUK]

No, Amlodipine doesn't contain a statin.

[@lyns2686]

Thank you for responding to that statement. I panicked when I read it, but was happy to see your comment right after. Whew!

[@desertodavid]

​@@lyns2686 you have to take KZbin commenters with a large dose of salt. I see some of the stupidest things being said on here.

[@lyns2686]

​@desertodavid Thank you for the reminder. I do know that, but sometimes forget. Luckily I've had no issues with it and as soon as I move at the end of the month, and get away from the horrible neighbors under me that have caused me immense stress everyday, I'll go back to normal, as will my BP.

[@desertodavid]

@@lyns2686 I wish you well.🙏 I had some neighbors causing me stress with their constant Boom Boom Boom music. You know the type! What I finally had to learn was to just try to ignore it as there was really nothing I could do about it which wouldn't make my blood pressure go even higher. You can't control people, you can only control yourself.

[@YK-gu9xo]

How many hours after first dose we should take second dose ??? I mean gap should be how many hours after taking first dose ?? Daily dosage should be on exact time or if it’s a gap of less hours or more then what ??

[@jhakku1401]

No reply for such sn important questions

[@emygrajo-qt5ew]

if0my bp is back to 120/80,can i stop this med

[@lynneedwards4538]

Speak to your general practitioner first. Stopping BP medication could result in your BP being high again. It's the medication that's keeping your BP at a normal level.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Correct, don't stop without advice of your doctor.

[@chucksknowledge2791]

Im not taking it!!It makes my 10 inch limp,and I feel Dizzy and sick

[@lornaReeceW5456]

Does it cause dehydration on tongue?

[@janetmalcolm6191]

I think it does make your mouth dry. I find it especially at night. Plenty of waking up having some water then off to the bathroom. This repeats so not very restful nights for me. It has this downside possibly but not everyone the same.

[@JosephOccenoBFH]

Does doc have a Geordie accent?

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Nope sorry

[@charlenebillie3965]

Does amlodipine causes elevated liver enzymes?

[@mrreginator]

no

[@Bosschick86]

I was taken this medication for 4year in the beginning I had no side effect all of a sudden I started to get every side effect there was at first I didn’t think the medication was causing me to feel dizzy lightheaded double eye sight heart palpitations chest pain fatigue constipated about to faint chills legs swollen up because I was on medication for asthma also it got to the point I was going to the hospital every day trying to find out what was going on with me they could not find anything wrong wasn’t able to drive my car anymore because of anxiety getting dizzy under the wheel nervous to be by myself I decided to stop the medication and getting off this medication and everything stopped if you are taken they medication and you begin to feel this way please stop this medication I could not focus couldn’t have fun with my family because I was always lightheaded

[@priyadarshininanda9370]

My doctor has advised me to take Amlodipine for planning pregnancy is that right?

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Thanks for watching. Sorry, we do not recommend or endorse any of these medications discussed. Instead, the information provided is aimed at assisting patients in making clear, informed decisions with their doctors.

[@shaguftanasreen662]

Is it safe for kidneys

[@sasidharjanaki5852]

No high doses for chronic kidney disease patients

[@cosimo7770]

Very helpful, but he tends to swallow his words at the end of a sentence. Also, the background 'music'/noise is intended to ensure that we cannot easily hear what is said.

[@northofmainstreet7281]

This is not a safe drug.

[@kimdisaturd1409]

Thank you Doctor

[@northofmainstreet7281]

@@kimdisaturd1409 do your own research don't thank me.

[@peterc2248]

Why do you think that?

[@sajidarubab2000]

but mujhy to doctor ny recommend ki hy

[@kennethmregan]

BS - It’s great ! Take for YEARS! It works!

[@kurtpadua1920]

This medicine is terrible because of side effects. Few months ago i started taking amlopidine medicne. However side effects started last month and today. Terrible heart palpitation and chest pain! I hate that!

[@JHPMedicalUK]

+Kurt Padua Sorry to hear this. Please consult with your doctor.

[@DC-pp8xf]

That sounds like a YOU problem. I’ve been on it for 10 years with no issues or side effects.

[@kurtpadua1920]

@@DC-pp8xf it sounds like you are showing off bc you have no side effects. All people may or may not have any side effects. Im not the only one.

[@amazingrace1958]

@@DC-pp8xf 😂 are you “showing off” 🤣

[@desertodavid]

​​@@amazingrace1958 I've also been taking amlodipine for about 10 years. I was also taking metoprolol but it just wasn't doing the job. It helped but BP was still high. So my Hospital pharmacist started me on amlodipine with the metoprolol. BP dropped to normal almost immediately. I haven't noticed any side affects at all. So am I showing off too??😥😢😥😱😱 😂😂😂 1:41

[@humairah2639]

Ora ngerti... wkwkwk

[@hendrajosuf8349]

Coba di dengar pelan2

[@midnightrider7648]

Groovy background music. 🤮

[@nolwandlemtshali7354]

Jesus heals all diseases..i call yhe name of Jesus and my BP went to to normal

[@jimmyburke1767]

Stuff is poison

[@carolsmell3393]

bad stuff.

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Hi, sorry to hear about your experience. Thank you for sharing with our community. I'm sure there will be patients who share your story. A balanced view is what we wish to promote. Your contribution is much appreciated. JHP Medical has NO AFFILIATION with drug manufacturers (AKA BIG PHARMA), and we NEVER will. Our only AIM is to educate patients about their medications. We do NOT recommend or endorse any medication discussed, nor can we provide individual medical advice. Instead, the information provided here is intended to assist patients in making clear, informed decisions with their doctors.

[@sturner969]

I've been told by my doctors that internet doctors are the worst doctors

[@JHPMedicalUK]

I’d question this basis. Our clinicians work within the NHS health service as fully qualified GPs. These videos are produced for the benefit of patients, in our doctors spare time.

[@vinhha8614]

Another non-doctor trying to make a living on KZbin!

[@bprathe3205]

It’s not lowering my heart rate

[@JHPMedicalUK]

Amlodipine is unlikely to lower your heart rate, only your blood pressure. Speak with your doctor.

[@bprathe3205]

@@JHPMedicalUK thanks. I’m concerned about my doctor. He said that’s what I needed it. My research says not.

[@lynneedwards4538]

​@bprathe3205 your doctor spent many years in medical school and is far more qualified to know what's best for you. KZbin and Google searches do not constitute proper 'research.'

[@charhancock6779]

Don’t take this nasty med.

[@ForexFire]

My blood pressure is usually 170 / 100 I have just been put on this alongside lisinopril lisinopril has done nothing at all but the doctor wants me on this as well

[@oliver-ci2ke]

170 100, question is that ur average

[@ForexFire]

@@oliver-ci2ke yes I’ve been around 170 100 for some time now

[@oliver-ci2ke]

ur average, question how old r u question..

[@oliver-ci2ke]

my bp aint great either! after a shower 153 96 standing up 4 min later 146 95 2 days ago standiung up 160 96

[@oliver-ci2ke]

how old r u family history

[@royferguson2297]

I have been on this drug since 2011, I never knew you took it for Angina. I had Angina attacks in 2011 when I was taking a chemo tablet, oncologist stopped the tablet and I spent 4 days on a heart ward being checked out, they found nothing wrong with my heart, so now I'm thinking my doctor skimmed over the report saw the word angina and decided I will put him on this drug.