What is Norvasc prescribed for?

What is Norvasc prescribed for?

Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.

What is hydrochlorothiazide used for?

Hydrochlorothiazide is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly.

What is the best time to take Norvasc?

Take your medicine at about the same time each day, either morning or evening. Taking it at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you remember when to take it. Norvasc can be taken with or without food.

What happens if I stop taking Norvasc?

Stopping suddenly may cause your chest pain or high blood pressure to come back or get worse. Check with your doctor for the best way to reduce gradually the amount you are taking before stopping completely. After taking a dose of this medicine you may get a headache that lasts for a short time.

Can I stop taking Norvasc suddenly?

If you have been using this medicine regularly for several weeks, do not suddenly stop using it. Stopping suddenly may cause your chest pain or high blood pressure to come back or get worse. Check with your doctor for the best way to reduce gradually the amount you are taking before stopping completely.

How does Norvasc make you feel?

SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, lightheadedness, swelling ankles/feet, nausea, abdominal/stomach pain, or flushing may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To lower your risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

Is Dipladenia a fast grower?

Plants formerly classified as Dipladenia (Dipladenia spp.) are now included in the genus Mandevilla (Mandevilla spp.). Over 100 species of Mandevilla plus numerous cultivars are mostly fast-growing, with some variation depending on the variety and growing conditions.

How do you care for Dipladenia during the winter?

Winter Care for Dipladenia Root Protection. Dipladenia vines usually survive winter with little preparation in USDA zones 9 through 11, but they do benefit from some insulation in zone 8. Cultural Care. Spring Cleanup. Overwintering Indoors.

What does genus Dipladenia mean?

Here are all the possible meanings and translations of the word dipladenia. genus of tropical South American tuberous perennial woody vines with large racemose flowers and milky sap How to pronounce dipladenia?

Why are the leaves on my Dipladenia turning yellow?

Waterlogged roots are a common reason for the mandevilla plant turning yellow, as is dried out soil. If the plant is getting too little water, leaves will curl as they yellow. Water if necessary. Bottom watering can be effective in this case, as the plant will only take up the water it needs.