#41: amlodipine (Norvasc) | Treating High Blood Pressure and Chest Pain

Amlodipine is an antianginal antihypertensive agent also known as Norvasc. It is indicated for hypertension and various types of angina. In adults when treating hypertension the general dosing range is between 5-10 mg PO qd. When treating angina the general dosing range is also between 5-10 mg PO qd. Amlodipine is also indicated in pediatrics when treating hypertension. In patients between 1-5 years of age, dosing is initiated at 0.1-0.6 mg/kg/dose PO qd with a max of 5 mg/day. Between the ages of 6-17 years of age dosing is initiated at 2.5-5 mg PO qd with a max of 10 mg/day. Amlodipine should be used with caution in the elderly, patients with hepatic impairment, and patients with severe CAD. Common side effects are dizziness, fatigue, palpitations, lightheartedness, swelling ankles/feet, and flushing. If experiencing orthostatic hypotension get up slowly if getting up from a sitting or lying down position.  Go to DrugCardsDaily.com for episode show notes which consist of the drug summary, quiz, and link to the drug card for FREE! Please SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW, and RATE on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your favorite place to listen to podcasts are. The main goal is to go over the Top 200 Drugs with the occasional drug of interest. Also, if you’d like to say hello, suggest a drug, or leave some feedback I’d really appreciate hearing from you! Leave a voice message at anchor.fm/drugcardsdaily or find me on twitter @drugcardsdaily