If you’re taking Amlodipine, some side effects are common and mild, but a few require prompt medical attention.
Common side effects
These are usually not dangerous, though you should mention them to your doctor if they are persistent or bothersome:
- Swelling of the ankles, feet, or legs
- Flushing (warmth or redness of the face)
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Headache
- Fatigue or sleepiness
- Palpitations (awareness of heartbeat)
- Mild nausea
Side effects you should not ignore
Contact a healthcare professional promptly or seek urgent care if you experience:
- Severe dizziness or fainting
- Chest pain that is new, worsening, or severe
- Rapid, irregular, or very forceful heartbeat
- Shortness of breath
- Significant swelling that develops suddenly or becomes severe
- Signs of an allergic reaction, such as:
- Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Difficulty breathing
- Severe rash or hives
When to seek emergency care
Get immediate medical help if you have:
- Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction
- Severe chest pain
- Loss of consciousness
- Signs of a heart attack, such as chest pressure spreading to the arm, jaw, or back
If you’re asking because you’re experiencing a symptom today, tell me:
- Your age,
- The dose of amlodipine you’re taking,
- How long you’ve been taking it,
- What symptom you’re having and when it started.
I can help you assess whether it may be a medication side effect and how urgently it should be evaluated.
