WARNING: Taking Amlodipine? These 8 Habits Are Secretly Screwing With Your Meds – Ditch ‘Em NOW!
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Keep an updated list of everything you take and show it to your pharmacist or doctor.
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- Taking Your Medication Inconsistently
Amlodipine is generally taken once daily at around the same time each day, with or without food.
Frequently forgetting doses can interfere with consistent blood-pressure treatment.
If you miss a dose, follow the instructions supplied with your prescription rather than doubling up. MedlinePlus advises skipping the missed dose when it is less
than 12 hours before the next scheduled dose.
- Stopping Amlodipine Because You Feel Better
High blood pressure frequently causes no obvious symptoms. Feeling well therefore doesn’t necessarily mean treatment is no longer needed.
MedlinePlus advises continuing amlodipine even when you feel well and not stopping it without speaking with your doctor.
If you’re experiencing ankle swelling, dizziness, flushing or other possible side effects, talk with your healthcare professional. Swelling of the feet,
ankles or lower legs is among the recognized adverse effects of amlodipine.
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