Amlodipine Besylate

Question 1

John Doe
DOB: 01/01/1991
Amlodipine Besylate 5mg #90
1 Tab PO QD
0 Refills

Answer 1

Brand: Norvasc
Indication: HTN
SE: Flushing, palpitations, peripheral edema (swelling of legs, ankles, feet, sometimes arms, hands), dizziness
-Take at same time each day
-Can take with or without food
-Monitor BP often
-Keep using med even if feeling good (high BP is symptomless)
-incorporate good diet + exercise to regulate cholesterol
can cause hypotension (headache, nausea, dizziness)
-Store at room temp. + keep away from moisture, heat, and light
-Contact doctor if edema occurs