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Is it advisable to not lie down for at least 30 minutes after you ben/hct or ccb such as amlodipine. if yes, why?

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Dr. Amanda Patsfield answered

Specializes in Pharmacology

Unique instructions: A patient a few years back had told me about her amlodipine casuing her throat to burn immediately after swallowing. I researched this adverse reaction and came up with out any evidence of the irritation being related to the medication. However, I did advise her not to lie down after taking the medication due to possibility of reflux.

Dr Khan agreed

Answered 3/25/2015

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