Amlodipine Besylate (Norvasc®)

calcium channel blocker used to treat systemic hypertension

Medication Info

  • Class of Medication
    • calcium channel blocker used to treat systemic hypertension
  • Effects
    • lowers blood pressure effectively
  • Side Effects
    • decreased appetite
    • weakness due to too low a blood pressure or decreased heart function
    • gingival hyperplasia (thickened gums)
  • Other Info

    See also different:

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    Prednisone
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    Taurine
    neutriceutical

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