Such diseases of the cardiovascular system as angina and arterial hypertension require an integrated approach with the inclusion of potent antihypertensive drugs. But before they are taken, it is important to clarify all possible negative phenomena, especially for the remedy called Amlodipine - the side effects of the medication are very numerous. For this reason, it is important to get a preliminary consultation with the cardiologist.
The main side effects of amlodipine
The adverse effects of the drug described can be divided into several categories. First, consider the most extensive list of side effects - from the digestive and urinary system:
- pain in epigastrium;
- anorexia (complete refusal to eat);
- nausea;
- dryness in the oral cavity;
- diarrhea or prolonged constipation;
- increased activity of liver enzymes transaminases;
- vomiting;
- gingival hyperplasia;
- pancreatitis;
- Cholestasis and yellowing of the skin;
- flatulence;
- gastritis;
- dyspeptic disorders;
- short-term sharp increase in appetite;
- frequent and painful urge to urinate;
- pollakiuria;
- polyuria;
- nocturia;
- dysuria;
- violation of sexual functions.
Amlodipine side effects from the cardiovascular and central nervous system
Such negative actions include:
- increased swelling of the feet and ankles;
- vasculitis ;
- accelerated heart rate;
- shortness of breath even with low physical exertion;
- flushes of blood to the face;
- a pronounced decrease in blood pressure;
- fainting;
- ventricular tachycardia;
- bradycardia;
- atrial flutter and similar heart rhythm disturbances;
- orthostatic hypotension;
- pain in the chest;
- extrasystole;
- sometimes - the development or deterioration of the course of heart failure;
- permanent fatigue;
- mood swings;
- headache and frequent dizziness;
- convulsions;
- hypoesthesia;
- drowsiness;
- paresthesia;
- asthenia;
- loss of consciousness;
- vertigo;
- insomnia;
- tremor;
- severe ailments;
- depression;
- agitation;
- increased nervousness;
- ataxia;
- amnesia;
- nightmarish dreams;
- apathy;
- migraine, sometimes with aura.
Harm of Amlodipine for the musculoskeletal system and skin
This type of side effects is extremely rare. Among them:
- arthrosis;
- myasthenia gravis;
- arthralgia;
- myalgia, especially with prolonged use of the drug;
- alopecia (rapid, intense hair loss);
- purpura;
- xeroderma;
- discoloration of the skin;
- xeroderma;
- maculopapular and erythematous rash;
- angioedema;
- itching;
- hives.
Other side effects and contraindications to amlodipine
Other negative phenomena include:
- conjunctivitis;
- tinnitus;
- diplopia;
- visual impairment;
- deterioration of accommodation;
- gynecomastia;
- Pain in the eyes;
- a feeling of fever, fever in the face;
- xerophthalmia;
- chills;
- thrombocytopenia;
- backache;
- leukopenia;
- nasal bleeding;
- hyperglycemia;
- strong thirst;
- fluctuations in body weight;
- increased sweating with the release of sticky and cold sweat at night;
- dyspnea;
- parosmia;
- dry cough;
- distortion of taste sensations;
- rhinitis.
Do not drink Amlodipine during pregnancy and lactation, and before reaching the age of 18 years.
Other contraindications:
- hypersensitivity to any of the constituents of the drug;
- collapse;
- unstable angina, in addition to Prinzmetal angina;
- arterial hypotension;
- cardiogenic shock .