Review the side-effects of Amlodipine and Valsartan as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Fluid retention and vertigo.
Blood - Disease of the lymph nodes.
Heart - Palpitations, fast heart rate and chest pain.
Eye and ENT- Ear pain.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, nausea, constipation, difficulty in swallowing, abdominal pain, stomach inflammation, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, abdominal distention, dry mouth, intestinal inflammation.
General - Fatigue, sweating, rapid weight gain, weakness, feeling like you might pass out, fever.
Immune System - Seasonal allergies.
Metabolic - Gout, non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, decreased level of potassium in blood and increased blood cholesterol.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain, back pain, muscle spasms, pain in extremity, myalgia, joint swelling, breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue.
Central Nervous System - Headache, nerve pain, tingling, drowsiness, carpal tunnel syndrome, sleeplessness, anxiety, depression, dizziness and spinning sensation.
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Genitourinary - Blood in urine, kidney impairment, kidney stone, and erectile dysfunction.
Respiratory - Cough, throat pain, difficulty in breathing, nosebleed, nose block.
Skin - Itching, rash, excessive sweating, inflammation and redness.
Vascular Disorders - Flushing, hot flush.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Fluid retention and vertigo.
Blood - Disease of the lymph nodes.
Heart - Palpitations, fast heart rate and chest pain.
Eye and ENT- Ear pain.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, nausea, constipation, difficulty in swallowing, abdominal pain, stomach inflammation, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, abdominal distention, dry mouth, intestinal inflammation.
General - Fatigue, sweating, rapid weight gain, weakness, feeling like you might pass out, fever.
Immune System - Seasonal allergies.
Metabolic - Gout, non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, decreased level of potassium in blood and increased blood cholesterol.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain, back pain, muscle spasms, pain in extremity, myalgia, joint swelling, breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue.
Central Nervous System - Headache, nerve pain, tingling, drowsiness, carpal tunnel syndrome, sleeplessness, anxiety, depression, dizziness and spinning sensation.
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Genitourinary - Blood in urine, kidney impairment, kidney stone, and erectile dysfunction.
Respiratory - Cough, throat pain, difficulty in breathing, nosebleed, nose block.
Skin - Itching, rash, excessive sweating, inflammation and redness.
Vascular Disorders - Flushing, hot flush.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosageDrug Name : Amlodipine and Valsartan
Amlodipine and Valsartan(Exforge) generic contains a calcium channel blocker and an angiotensin II receptor antagonist, prescribed for high blood pressure (hypertension).Brand Names or Trade Names of Amlodipine and Valsartan
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