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Amlodipine + Atorvastatin Benefits & Uses

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Coronary Artery Disease
High Lipoprotein
Angina

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg atorvastatin
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg atorvastatin

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlodipine + Atorvastatin is used -

Moderate

Ankle Swelling
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema
Peripheral Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Memory problems

Mild

Fatigue
Drowsiness
Flushing
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Weight gain
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Allergic reaction
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
पेट की गैस

Common

Nasopharyngitis
Diarrhoea
Increased Glucose level in the blood
Joint Swelling

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin Related Warnings

Is the use of Amlodipine + Atorvastatin safe for pregnant women?

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Amlodipine + Atorvastatin safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Amlodipine + Atorvastatin for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Atorvastatin on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Amlodipine + Atorvastatin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Atorvastatin on the Liver?

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Atorvastatin on the Heart?

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Amlodipine + Atorvastatin with Other Drugs

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Cyclosporin

Gemfibrozil

Itraconazole

Ritonavir

Digoxin

Moderate

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlodipine + Atorvastatin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Amlodipine + Atorvastatin

Is this Amlodipine + Atorvastatin habit forming or addictive?

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin is not addictive in nature.

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amlodipine + Atorvastatin

Taking Amlodipine + Atorvastatin with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodipine + Atorvastatin

Taking alcohol with Amlodipine + Atorvastatin can be dangerous.

Frequently asked Questions about Amlodipine + Atorvastatin

Question about 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Amlodipine + Atorvastatin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Amlodipine + Atorvastatin cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlodipine + Atorvastatin does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.

Question about 6 years ago

Does Amlodipine + Atorvastatin cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlodipine + Atorvastatin can cause edema. It is the most common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to amlodipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of doctor because of alternate treatment are also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming high dose the chances of edema are high.

Question over 6 years ago

How does Amlodipine + Atorvastatin work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Amlodipine + Atorvastatin is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.

Question about 6 years ago

Does Amlodipine + Atorvastatin cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Amlodipine + Atorvastatin can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.