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Is amlodipine Besylate a beta blocker
A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Calvin Weisbergeranswered
53 years experience
amlodipine: Is a calcium channel blocker not a beta blocker.
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Dr. James Chapmananswered
Cardiology 43 years experience
Possibly: The usual problem with atrial fibrillation is tachycardia, or a rapid heart rate. A beta
blocker will help control the heart rate response to you ta... Read More
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Dr. Harinder Gillanswered
Cardiology 41 years experience
Pulmonary HTN: There are a range of molecules available by prescription that address P HTN ;go see a cardiologist or pulmonologist that has an interest in treating ... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Bennett Werneranswered
Cardiology 46 years experience
CCB: It's a calcium channel blocker, not a diuretic.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Alvin Linanswered
Geriatrics 32 years experience
Same thing: Amlodipine is the generic name for branded norvasc. Besylate refers to the salt or ester to which the active ingredient, amlodipine, is attached.
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A 47-year-old member asked:
Dr. Alvin Linanswered
Geriatrics 32 years experience
All drugs have SE: All prescription & otc drugs have side effects. In fact, all otc supplements, even those labeled natural & organic, have side effects. There is no ris... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
Dr. Alvin Linanswered
Geriatrics 32 years experience
Ask your family doc!: Yes we typically prescribe Cialis and its competitors, levitra, (vardenafil) staxyn, stendra & viagra, to be used to treat ed in someone w/high blood ... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Gary Wanganswered
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 42 years experience
Erection: Calcium channel blocker usually might have side effects. However, Norvasc (amlodipine) is a slow action medication and usually less erectile side effe... Read More
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A 41-year-old male asked:
Dr. Harinder Gillanswered
Cardiology 41 years experience
BP: in addition to salt restriction, alcohol avoidance, regular aerobic exercise, avoidance of NSAIDs and additional medication likely will be needed.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. Calvin Weisbergeranswered
53 years experience
Amlodipine: One generally doesn't have to wean from amlodipine, but you should discuss your specific situation with your doctor.
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