Amlodipine dose changes: what to tell your doctor

Changing your amlodipine dose from 5 mg to 10 mg? Here's what your doctor or pharmacist needs to know!

Amlodipine (Norvasc) is a commonly prescribed blood pressure medication, but changes in your dose can affect both blood pressure control and side effects.

• WHAT SHOULD YOU REPORT?

• New or worsening ankle or foot swelling

• Dizziness, lightheadedness, or unusually low blood pressure readings

• Changes in your home blood pressure measurements

• New side effects after increasing or decreasing your dose

• Symptoms that interfere with your daily activities

• PHARMACIST TAKEAWAY:

Amlodipine side effects, especially ankle swelling, can be dose-dependent.

If your dose recently changed, track your blood pressure, pay attention to new symptoms, and share those changes with your healthcare provider.

Don't adjust or stop amlodipine on your own.

• Seek emergency help for severe chest pain, trouble breathing, or fainting with concerning symptoms.

• Have you noticed a difference after changing your amlodipine dose?