Can I drink orange juice while taking amlodipine?

Can I drink orange juice while taking amlodipine?

GENERALLY AVOID: Coadministration with orange, apple, or grapefruit juice may significantly decrease the oral bioavailability and renin-inhibiting effect of aliskiren.

What drugs should not be taken with Norvasc?

Consult your healthcare professional (e.g., doctor or pharmacist) for more in formation.

• SELECTED CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKERS/SELECTED AZOLE ANTIFUNGALS.
• CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKERS/SELECTED HEPATITIS C AGENTS.
• AMLODIPINE/APALUTAMIDE; CARBAMAZEPINE.
• WEAK CYP3A4 INHIBITORS/UBROGEPANT.
• WEAK CYP3A4 INHIBITORS/LEMBOREXANT.

What are the long term effects of taking amlodipine?

If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure.

Should you take amlodipine at night or in the morning?

It does not matter what time of day you take amlodipine (morning or evening) but it is best to take it at the same time every day, when you are most likely to remember, for more even blood levels and therefore effectiveness. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Is 10mg of amlodipine a lot?

Adults—5 to 10 milligrams (mg) once a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 10 mg per day.

What is the best way to stop taking amlodipine?

Do not stop taking amlodipine suddenly. Although no “rebound” effect has been reported, it is better to slowly decrease the dosage over a period of time. Your doctor may advise you to take sublingual nitroglycerin for any break-through angina pain.

How can I get my blood pressure down right now?

Here are some simple recommendations:

1. Exercise most days of the week. Exercise is the most effective way to lower your blood pressure.
2. Consume a low-sodium diet. Too much sodium (or salt) causes blood pressure to rise.
3. Limit alcohol intake to no more than 1 to 2 drinks per day.
4. Make stress reduction a priority.