Should you take atorvastatin with amlodipine?
Interactions between your drugs AmLODIPine may increase the blood levels of atorvastatin. This can increase the risk of side effects such as liver damage and a rare but serious condition called rhabdomyolysis that involves the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue.
What are the side effects of atorvastatin amlodipine?
Amlodipine and atorvastatin side effects
- muscle stiffness, tremors, abnormal muscle movements;
- muscle weakness in your hips, shoulders, neck, and back;
- trouble lifting your arms, trouble climbing or standing;
- severe drowsiness, feeling like you might pass out;
Why you should not take amlodipine?
It comes with serious risks if you don’t take it as prescribed. If you don’t take it at all or stop taking it: If you don’t take amlodipine or stop taking it, your blood pressure or chest pain may get worse. This could lead to serious problems, such as a stroke or heart attack.
What is the difference between amlodipine and atorvastatin?
Atorvastatin is in a drug class known as statins. Statins are cholesterol-lowering medications that help to lower “bad” cholesterol (called LDL) by blocking cholesterol production in the liver. Statins can also raise “good” cholesterol (called HDL). Amlodipine is in a drug class known as calcium channel blockers (CCB).
When should I take atorvastatin and amlodipine?
Take this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. Remember to take it at the same time each day. It may take up to 2 weeks before you get the full benefit of amlodipine, and up to 4 weeks before you get the full benefit of atorvastatin. Keep taking this medication even if you feel well.
What is the difference between atorvastatin and amlodipine?
Can I take amlodipine every other day?
You can take amlodipine at any time of day, but try to make sure it’s around the same time every day.