What is Norvasc? As this eMedTV segment explains, Norvasc is a calcium channel blocker used for treating high blood pressure, angina, and coronary artery disease. This page discusses Norvasc, including information on its uses and how it works.
This eMedTV article explains that although high blood pressure can be treated with Norvasc, other uses can include treatment of conditions such as Raynaud's syndrome and heart failure. This page discusses Norvasc and its other uses.
Possible Norvasc drug side effects include headache, facial flushing, and heart palpitations. This part of the eMedTV library lists some potential drug side effects for Norvasc and offers information on what to do if side effects occur.
Norvasc dosing generally starts at 5 mg daily but can be adjusted based on results. As this eMedTV page explains, Norvasc dosing guidelines are determined by age, what you are treating, other existing conditions, and other drugs you may be taking.
Drugs such as antacids, antibiotics, and digoxin can all be taken safely with Norvasc. In fact, as this eMedTV segment explains, there are currently no medications that are known to have any apparent Norvasc interactions.
In clinical studies, alcohol and Norvasc did not appear to interact with one another. This portion of the eMedTV library discusses these clinical studies and advises you to talk to your doctor about your particular situation.
This eMedTV page explains that although interactions have been reported with grapefruit and other calcium channel blockers, they do not appear to occur with Norvasc. This article discusses the research on Norvasc and grapefruit.
If you have liver disease or liver failure, your body may not metabolize Norvasc as well as it should. This eMedTV page offers other Norvasc precautions and warnings, including potential side effects of the medication.
As this eMedTV article explains, a Norvasc generic is not currently available, but several companies are expected to manufacture a generic after 2007, which is when Norvasc's patent expires. This page talks about the production of generic Norvasc.
Weight gain is a side effect of Norvasc that occurs in less than 1 percent of patients. This eMedTV segment further discusses weight gain and Norvasc, including tips on maintaining a healthy weight during Norvasc treatment.
There are potential side effects of Norvasc, and headache is one of the most common. This eMedTV segment discusses the possible link between Norvasc and headache, and offers treatment options for relieving headaches.
There are potential side effects of Norvasc, and depression is one of them. This eMedTV page explains the possible link between Norvasc and depression, and offers suggestions on what to do if depression symptoms occur with Norvasc treatment.
Of the 3 strengths of Norvasc on the market, 10 mg Norvasc is the strongest one available. This eMedTV article explains the benefits of using 10 mg Norvasc and offers dosing warnings for children using Norvasc.
As this eMedTV page explains, Norvasc tablets are licensed for several uses, such as treatment of high blood pressure, angina, and coronary artery disease. This page lists other uses for the Norvasc tab and offers an overview of how the drug works.
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