Amlodipine (Calcium Channel Blocker)

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Last updated 7:35 PM on 7/23/26
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Indications

Hypertension, angina

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Side effects

Hypotension

Bradycardia

Reflux tachycardia

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Adverse reactions

Peripheral edema

Severe hypotension

Severe bradycardia

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Precautions

Hx of heart failure

Aortic stenosis

Severe hepatic impairment (lower the dose for these peeps)

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Contraindications

Systolic <90 bpm

Severe aortic stenosis

Hypersensitivity

Grapefruit juce (CYP3A inhibitor)

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Nursing considerations

Monitor BP

Monitor HR

Monitor for sx of peripheral edema (pitting, swelling in extremities, tight stretched skin)

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Patient education

Take as directed

Change positions slowly

Contact HCP if HR goes under 50 bpm

Teach sx of peripheral edema - go to ED/contact HCP