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What is Amlodipine (Generic Norvasc)?

Amlodipine in Generic Norvasc pills is an anti- hypertensive group of drugs called calcium channel blockers. Amlodipine in generic Norvasc treat high blood pressure (hypertension) or chest pain (angina) works by relaxing (widens) blood vessels and improves blood flow in body thereby slow down the heart to reduce blood pressure and the pain of angina.

Amlodipine (Generic Norvasc) may also be used alone or with other medicines. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Norvasc is prescribed for angina, a condition characterized by episodes of crushing chest pain that usually results from a lack of oxygen in the heart muscle due to clogged arteries. Norvasc is also prescribed for high blood pressure. It is a type of medication called a calcium channel blocker. These drugs dilate blood vessels and slow the heart to reduce blood pressure and the pain of angina.

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