Shortly after increasing dosage from 2.5 mg to 5 mg I had substantial swelling in my lower and upper right leg. I stopped using amlodipine about a month ago but there has been no reduction in the
swelling. I have not tried compression socks. Has anyone had a similar experience? What can or
should be done to get rid of the swelling?
I am a 96 yo male.
Amlodipine swelling in one leg
Question posted by rababti on 22 May 2023
Last updated on 2 January 2025 by Charfoo
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Charfoo
2 Jan 2025
I stopped 5 mg of amlodipine 2 months ago and ankle bones are still puffy
WildcatVet
29 May 2023
Hi, rababti!
Edema/peripheral edema is a common to very common side effect that can affect about 10% of users. It will go away eventually... it took me over a month.
There's not a lot you can do but compression socks and elevating your leg as much as possible.
If you haven't already, be sure to notify your doctor s soon as possible. They can give you expert advice and maybe prescribe a diuretic which can sometimes help.
Usually the edema causes swelling in both legs or other places on the body. In one, only, it could be a sign of a more serious condition and you also should be on another medication.
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