Amniodarone (norvasc) Drug Summ

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DRUG SUMMARY Name of Drug Generic (Brand) Amlodipine (Norvasc)

Date Ordered

Classification

antihypertensive s

Dose Frequency Route

Mechanism of Action

10 mg tab Inhibits the od transport of PO calcium into myocardial and vascular smooth muscle cells, resulting in inhibition of excitationcontraction coupling and subsequent contraction.

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Specific Indication

Side Effects

Nursing Implications

Alone or with other agents in the management of hypertension, angina pectoris, and vasospastic (Prinzmetal's) angina.

CNS: headache, dizziness, fatigue. CV: peripheral edema, angina, bradycardia, hypotension, palpitations. GI: gingival hyperplasia, nausea. Derm: flushing.

BEFORE: >Monitor blood pressure and pulse before therapy. >Monitor intake and output ratios and daily weight DURING: >Monitor blood pressure and pulse during dose titration. >May be administered without regard to meals. AFTER: >Monitor blood pressure and pulse periodically during therapy.

DAVIS DRUG GUIDE FOR NURSES 8th EDITION___