Frequently Asked Questions

How does Amlodipine Besylate / Generic of Norvasc work?

Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker. Amlodipine acts mainly by arteriolar dilatation and causes a fall in blood pressure. Amlodipine causes reflex sympathetic stimulation of heart that result in tachycardia, increased contractility, increased coronary blood flow and cardiac output.

Side effects of Amlodipine Besylate / Generic of Norvasc

The common side effects reported with Norvasc are bradycardia, chest pain, hypotension, syncope, peripheral neuropathy, tremor, vertigo, anorexia, constipation, dyspepsia, dysphagia, vomiting, allergic reaction, muscle cramps, sexual dysfunction, insomnia, nervousness, depression, abnormal vision, dry mouth and hyperglycemia.

Guidelines before using Amlodipine Besylate / Generic of Norvasc

The dose of Norvasc needs to be adjusted in patients with hepatic impairment and in elderly patients. Amlodipine Besylate should be administered with caution in patients with aortic stenosis. Norvasc can be taken without regard of meals. Amlodipine Besylate is not recommended to be used in pregnancy and during lactation. Amlodipine Besylate should not be administred in pediatric patients below the age of 6. You should avoid activities that require alertness during the treatment with Amlodipine Besylate as it can cause dizziness.

What are the common dosages of Amlodipine Besylate / Generic of Norvasc?

The recommended starting dosage of Norvasc is 5mg once daily. This dose can be titrated in 7 to 14 days to a maximum of 10mg once daily. In elderly patients and in patients with hepatic dysfunction the starting dose is 2.5mg once daily. The recommended dose for coronary artery disease is 5-10mg once daily. The starting dose of Amlodipine Besylate in pediatric patients (6-17years) is 2.5-5mg once daily.

Difference between Brand and Generic Amlodipine Besylate

Brand and generic Norvasc contains Amlodipine Besylate as active ingredient. Therefore the effectiveness and mechanism of action remain the same. The difference between brand and generic forms are packaging, pricing and the brand name. You can buy cheap Norvasc pills when it is sold as a generic variant.

Where and How to buy Amlodipine Besylate / Generic of Norvasc?

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Why is the price of Amlodipine Besylate / Generic of Norvasc so cheap at Rx 2 Go Pharmacy?

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