Question 1

could 15 mg of norvasc (amlodipine) be taken per day?

Accepted Answer

Nope: The max dose is 10mg. Not a lot of point to going over. There's not a whole lot of extra benefit at that point, and a lot more side effect.

Question 2

what is norvasc (amlodipine)?

Accepted Answer

Norvasc (amlodipine): Norvasc (amlodipine) is a calcium channel blocker

Question 3

generic name for norvasc (amlodipine)?

Accepted Answer

Amlodipine: Amlodipine is the generic of norvasc (amlodipine).

Question 4

how can i stop my norvasc (amlodipine)?

Accepted Answer

Check first: Norvasc (amlodipine) can be stopped at any time, but unless it is an emergency, it is generally wise to check with your health care provider before making any such medication change. Depending on why you take it, and why you want to stop it, it may be better for you to change to something else rather than just stop it.

Question 5

who should not take norvasc (amlodipine)?

Accepted Answer

Norvasc (amlodipine): some contraindications:

Chronic constipation, Severe Narrowing of the Aortic  Valve, Severely Low Blood Pressure, Severe Liver Disease

Question 6

do people take 20mg of norvasc (amlodipine)?

Accepted Answer

Norvasc (amlodipine): Some people have Norvasc (amlodipine) 20mg prescribed if it is needed for them, this is a relatively high dose however and not that commonly used.

Question 7

what time is good to take norvasc (amlodipine)?

Accepted Answer

Anytime: Amlodipine can be taken anytime of day with or without food.

Question 8

norvasc (amlodipine) making me jittery is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Norvasc (amlodipine): You can read all side effects of medication which comes with the bottle from your pharmacy, but a lot of them are transient. If jitteriness does not mean palpitation you can continue it for few days and if it goes away or not you will make a better decision.
Follow up with your doctor.

Question 9

am bp 101 63 with norvasc (amlodipine) is that too low?

Accepted Answer

No: That is a normal blood pressure.  It may be too low for you however, if you are having symptoms of light headedness or dizziness or excessive fatigue.

Question 10

is it normal to get mellow from taking amlodipine, or norvasc?

Accepted Answer

Mellow: Not normal or usual to have mood changes but it could be related to lower blood pressure.

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