I have been on Norvasc for 4 years on 5mg. is it safe to consume alcohol in moderation? I don't get any side effects from the medication but i would love a drink every now and then.
Drinking Alcohol on Norvasc- ok in moderation?
Question posted by jarmstro on 28 May 2010
Last updated on 16 July 2010 by Anonymous
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16 July 2010
You will get side effects if you do drink it is never good to drink and take medications ever!
Rajive Goel
14 June 2010
According to the prescribing information for Norvasc (amlodipine besylate), alcohol does not interact negatively with this drug. This possible interaction was looked at during clinical studies with Norvasc. In these studies, people were given either single or multiple doses of Norvasc. In either case, the levels of alcohol in the body, along with how long it remained, did not change.
Although alcohol and Norvasc can probably be combined safely, however it is always better to talk with your doc/pharmacist who prescribed the med. He or she is in the best position to give recommendations for your particular situation. Hope this helps?
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- Norvasc uses and safety info
- Norvasc prescribing info & package insert (for Health Professionals)
- Side effects of Norvasc (detailed)
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