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Norvasc / Amlodipine Side Effects

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By Kimberly Read & Marcia Purse, About.com

Updated: June 19, 2006

About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by Steven Gans, MD

Common Side Effects:

Check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

Flushing; headache

Less Common Side Effects:

Check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

Nausea; unusual tiredness or weakness

Always Notify Doctor:

More Common: Swelling of ankles or feet

Less Common: Dizziness; pounding heartbeat

Rare: Chest pain; dizziness or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position; slow heartbeat

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.

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