Amlodipine: 12 things you should avoid
Amlodipine is a commonly prescribed medication for high blood pressure and angina. It widens blood vessels, thus improving blood flow. However, certain foods, drinks, and habits can affect its efficacy or increase side effects.
Common side effects that can be exacerbated by triggers:
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Swelling in the legs or ankles
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Dizziness or lightheadedness
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Blood pressure fluctuations
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fatigue
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Headache
The 12 most important things you should avoid:
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Skipping meals can increase dizziness and fatigue.
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Standing up suddenly increases the risk of a drop in blood pressure.
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Very large, heavy meals can cause dizziness.
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Smoking constricts blood vessels and weakens the effect
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Dehydration – leads to unstable blood pressure
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St. John's wort – can reduce the effectiveness of amlodipine
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Real licorice (licorice root) – affects blood pressure and fluid balance
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High-salt foods promote water retention
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NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen can weaken the effect.
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Energydrinks – erhöhen Herzfrequenz und Blutdruck
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Übermäßiger Alkoholkonsum kann zu starkem Schwindel führen.
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Grapefruit und Grapefruitsaft – verstärken Nebenwirkungen durch Hemmung von Enzymen
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