Amlokard Adverse Reactions

The most common adverse effects of amlodipine besilate, similar to that of other calcium-channel blockers, are associated with its vasodilating effects are often lessened with continued use of the drug. Among them are flushing, headache disorders, dizziness and peripheral edema, the most common of which are edema and flushing which are due to the vasodilating effect of Amlokard.
Abdominal pain with cramps, fatigue, palpitations, tachycardia and nausea are less frequently experienced with the use of amlodipine.
Other adverse effects associated with the use of Amlokard include increased micturition, eye pain and other visual disturbances, mental or mood changes eg, depression, anxiety or nervousness, decreased sexual ability/desire, constipation and fainting.
At the start of the treatment, a paradoxical increase in ischemic chest pain may be experienced. In some patients, cerebral or myocardial ischemia or transient blindness caused by excessive fall in blood pressure occur. Amlodipine, in 1 study was found to induce gingival overgrowth.
Hypersensitivity reactions to amlodipine may occur leading to rashes, including erythema multiforme, fever and abnormal liver functions eg, cholestasis. Other symptoms of allergic reactions are itching, swelling, severe dizziness and trouble breathing.