Amlodipine users warned ‘call 111’ for serious side effect

you eat, move around or lie down

 

Feel

better when you lean forward or bring your knees to your chest (fetal position)

Other possible serious side effects of amlodipine include:

An allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) – causing symptoms such as a swollen throat or tongue, a raised, itchy

rash and difficulty breathing

Stevens-Johnson syndrome – a serious skin reaction that causes blistering of the skin, painful sores and skin peeling, as well as flu-like symptoms

 

The NHS adds: “Though it is very rare, amlodipine can cause heart attacks.” It toldpeople to

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