Amlodipine

What is Amlodipine for?

Amlodipine lowers your blood pressure by relaxing and widening blood vessels. 

How should I take or use Amlodipine?

• Do not stop taking your medicine without checking with your healthcare provider 
• This medicine may be taken with or without food

What should I do if I forget to take or use Amlodipine?

If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only the usual dose. Do not double your dose or use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

What precautions should I take when taking or using Amlodipine?

If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, you should inform your healthcare provider. 

Inform your healthcare provider if you are taking any other medications.

What food or medication should I avoid when I take or use Amlodipine?

Avoid taking grapefruit when you are taking this medicine as grapefruit may interact with your medicine and increase the risk of side-effects.

What are some common side effects of Amlodipine?

The common side effects include leg swelling, headache and your face may appear red and feel warm. You may also experience dizziness and lightheadedness on getting up from a sitting or sleeping position. 

What are some side-effects that I need to seek medical advice immediately?

The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following: 

• Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
• Difficulty in breathing
• Itchy skin rashes over your whole body

If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medicine immediately and see your doctor.

Very rarely, this medicine can injure or damage the liver. A liver injury may recover on its own. However in some cases, it can cause serious liver damage. Stop this medicine and see a doctor immediately if you notice dark coloured urine or light coloured stools, or if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain or yellowing of your eyes or skin. This side effect has a very low chance of occurring. Most patients take this medicine with no problems. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any concerns regarding your medicines.

How should I store Amlodipine?

• Keep away from children
• Keep in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight

• Throw away all expired medicines.

How do I throw away Amlodipine safely?

Pack this medicine into a black trash bag and seal it tightly before throwing into the rubbish chute or bin. 

What should I do if I overdose?

If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately.