Amlodipine and Swelling: What Users Say (Page 5)

• She...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 9, 2017

For High Blood Pressure "I was on Norvasc for over 5 years. Yes, there is leg swelling, sudden weight gain, and the most difficult, the loss of my hair. Channel blockers are usually given to people with diabetes. It worked well for a while. As soon as I was being weaned off Valium, it was like I was taking a placebo."

• Ton...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 7, 2024

For Migraine Prevention "Until recently (10/14/24), I had been taking amlodipine 5 mg once a day after it was determined that I was suffering from migraine headaches for many years after a two-week stay in the hospital for what was thought to be TIAs. My family physician and neurologist prescribed amlodipine 5 mg. That was almost 10 years ago. I still suffered from minor headaches from time to time, but no migraines! My family physician stopped my amlodipine due to leg swelling being a side effect. Because I’m prone to blood clots, he also ordered Doppler ultrasounds on both legs. My migraines came back within 3 days of stopping the 5 mg amlodipine. I can honestly say that amlodipine works for the preventive treatment of migraines."

• SAa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "I have been on this medication for 2 weeks at 5mg. The tablets have taken my blood pressure down but also took my mood down with it. I can’t shake off the feeling of depression. My hip joints are unbearably painful when I walk, and I can’t get my breath, I get out of breath while speaking. I have severe swelling in my right leg but not the left, all this is down to taking this medication. I’m due at the doctor’s next week and will be telling him that I need to come off these dreadful tablets. I don’t know what the alternative is: high blood pressure with its potential risks or another type of tablet. I’m glad I came across this page of reviews as I had no idea how many people were also suffering. I thought it was just me and that I had to just accept all the nasty side effects."

• Rob...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 28, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "Female, 50. Firstly, I took (10 mg) for high blood pressure. It was prescribed supplementary to my primary BP pill, Losartan, which I stopped years ago due to coughing. After 1 year of taking Amlodipine, I too began to suffer from feet, ankle, and slight calf swelling. By evening, my feet looked and felt like balloons. Other side effects ranged from being eyelid heavy and tired, no matter how much I slept. Weird dreams, severe anxiety, feelings of rage/depression, eye pain, strong urine, brain fog, blurry vision, gas, itchy skin. I weaned myself off of it 3 weeks ago. The first thing that I noticed changed overnight was my energy level. I bounced out of bed the next day. My feet no longer swell, and my ankles have reduced 97%. My right calf only slightly starts to feel tight if I sit too long without moving. I decided to monitor my BP for now, and diet, exercise, and supplement. I don't want to go back, but if I do, I'll trial the lowest dose possible (2.5) and stop if same side effects."

• Rob...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 28, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "Female, 50. Firstly, I took (10 mg) for high blood pressure. It was prescribed supplementary to my primary BP pill, Losartan, which I stopped years ago due to coughing. After 1 year of taking Amlodipine, I too began to suffer from feet, ankle, and slight calf swelling. By evening, my feet looked and felt like balloons. Other side effects ranged from being eyelid heavy and tired, no matter how much I slept. Weird dreams, severe anxiety, feelings of rage/depression, eye pain, strong urine, brain fog, blurry vision, gas, itchy skin. I weaned myself off of it 3 weeks ago. The first thing that I noticed changed overnight was my energy level. I bounced out of bed the next day. My feet no longer swell, and my ankles have reduced 97%. My right calf only slightly starts to feel tight if I sit too long without moving. I decided to monitor my BP for now, and diet, exercise, and supplement. I don't want to go back, but if I do, I'll trial the lowest dose possible (2.5) and stop if same side effects."

• Stu...
• March 14, 2008

Amlodipine for High Blood Pressure "Ankles may swell if no exercise, and possible nasal stuffiness and swelling. Very effective in reducing blood pressure."

• Fem...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 15, 2016

Amlodipine for High Blood Pressure "Taken for 9 months. 1 pill didn't lower BP, so taking two - 10 mg total. Side effects: swelling ankles, fatigue, muscle pain - difficult to work with the side effects. Going to try a different drug."

• Anonymous
• February 16, 2009

Amlodipine for High Blood Pressure "Taking 10mg daily. Controls blood pressure to normal level. Only side effect experienced is swelling in ankles. Brisk walk for 1/2 hour daily reduces the swelling."

• ARI...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 10, 2025

For High Blood Pressure "I'm newly diagnosed, 58 yo. I took amlodipine for only one month. It caused me to have swelling in my hands and feet."

• Odi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 11, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "This drug should be taken off the market. The most horrible side effects you could ever imagine. Swelling ankles to a point of not being able to function normally. DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG."

• sil...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 27, 2012

For High Blood Pressure "Amlodipine 5mg and 10mg caused continuing and annoying swelling of feet, ankles, and calves. I am finally changing it in favor of a different medication."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 16, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "Started this for recent hypertension. It caused me to swell up like the Goodyear blimp. Also, pressure across my chest. Horrible drug."

• Ron...
• December 13, 2010

Amlodipine for High Blood Pressure "I took Norvasc for approximately 7 years. It works fine in lowering my blood pressure, however, it began to swell my gums, and I was taken off it."

• Anonymous
• April 23, 2012

For Raynaud's Syndrome "Been taking 10 mg amlodipine for several years with no major side effects. Occasional ankle swelling and dizziness if I stand up too quickly, but worth it for the improvement in my Raynaud's."

• Lol...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 28, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "My lower limbs got red hot, rash. Feel flush in face and arms. Ankles swell."

• log...
• July 14, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "Swelling feet, ankles, breathing problems, chest pain... bad medicine."

• Jus...
• October 16, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "No other heart issues...but unknown reason for high BP. This med made my feet and hands swell. Also couldn't get to sleep at night and during the day felt too alert."

• The...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 7, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "I'm on amlodipine 10 mg for high blood pressure. I haven't had swelling ankles yet, the only side effect I feel is rushing in my chest, and it raises my pulse."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 11, 2022

For High Blood Pressure "Amlodipine prescribed for high b/p. After two days of taking this poison, my feet, ankles, and legs were swelling."

• Cyd...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 8, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "I got the side effect of edema. Other than that, it worked great."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 6, 2018

For High Blood Pressure "Horrible leg pain and swelling."

• Jan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 21, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "Made me feel sick, sight disturbance, swollen eyelids, heart palpitations, flushes, depressed, and generally very unwell."

• Idy...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 13, 2017

For High Blood Pressure "I take 10 mg amlodipine daily, 300 mg irbesartan, and 20 mg nebivolol daily. The amlodipine seems to do me the most good. There is some ankle swelling. I am a 76-year-old male."

• Pea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 11, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "Retained fluid on both feet, hands, and eyes puffy. Was advised to stop taking by GP."