Levamlodipine Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 3, 2024.

Applies to levamlodipine: oral tablet.

Serious side effects of levamlodipine

Along with its needed effects, levamlodipine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking levamlodipine:

Less common

• dizziness
• fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
• feeling of warmth
• redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest

Rare

• chest pain
• cough
• difficulty with swallowing
• dizziness
• fainting
• hives, itching, rash
• increased sweating
• large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
• puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
• slow heartbeat
• tightness in the chest
• trouble breathing
• unusual tiredness or weakness

Incidence not known

• abdominal or stomach pain
• clay-colored stools
• dark urine
• fever or chills
• headache
• loss of appetite
• nausea
• unpleasant breath odor
• vomiting of blood yellow eyes or skin

Other side effects of levamlodipine

Some side effects of levamlodipine may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Less common

• sleepiness or unusual drowsiness

Rare

• back pain
• bleeding gums
• bloated
• burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
• burning, dry, or itching eyes
• continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in the ears
• decreased sexual performance or desire
• difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
• difficulty in moving
• discharge, excessive tearing
• double vision
• dry mouth
• excess air or gas in the stomach or intestines
• eye pain
• feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
• full feeling
• hearing loss
• irritation in the mouth
• lack or loss of strength
• muscle pain or stiffness
• pain in the joints
• passing gas
• redness and swelling of the gums
• redness, pain, or swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid
• redness, soreness, or itching skin
• seeing double
• sensation of spinning
• shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
• sores, welting, or blisters
• trouble sleeping
• vomiting
• weight changes

For healthcare professionals

Applies to levamlodipine: oral tablet.

Other

• Very common (10% or more): Edema (10.8%)
• Common (1% to 10%): Fatigue
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Asthenia, malaise, pain, rigors^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Common (1% to 10%): Palpitation, flushing
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Arrhythmia (including ventricular tachycardia and atrial fibrillation), bradycardia, chest pain, peripheral ischemia, syncope, tachycardia, vasculitis, hot flushes^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Common (1% to 10%): Dizziness, somnolence
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypoesthesia, neuropathy peripheral, paresthesia, tremor, vertigo, tinnitus
• Postmarketing reports: Extrapyramidal disorder^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Common (1% to 10%): Nausea, abdominal pain
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Constipation, dysphagia, diarrhea, flatulence, pancreatitis, vomiting, gingival hyperplasia, dry mouth^[Ref]

Hematologic

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Leukopenia, purpura, thrombocytopenia^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Allergic reaction^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Back pain, arthralgia, arthrosis, muscle cramps, myalgia^[Ref]

Psychiatric

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Sexual dysfunction (male and female), insomnia, nervousness, depression, abnormal dreams, anxiety, depersonalization^[Ref]

Genitourinary

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Micturition frequency, micturition disorder, nocturia
• Postmarketing reports: Gynecomastia^[Ref]

Ocular

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Abnormal vision, conjunctivitis, diplopia, eye pain^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Angioedema, erythema multiforme, pruritus, rash, rash erythematous, rash maculopapular, sweating increased^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dyspnea, epistaxis^[Ref]

Metabolic

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Anorexia, weight gain, weight decrease, hyperglycemia, thirst^[Ref]

Hepatic

• Postmarketing reports: Jaundice, hepatic enzyme elevations^[Ref]

Jaundice and hepatic enzyme elevations were mostly consistent with cholestasis or hepatitis, and some cases were severe enough to require hospitalization.^[Ref]

Further information

Levamlodipine side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.

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