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Amlodipine Besylate

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21 Jun 2010

It reduces my blood pressure significantly if taken at the right dosage but severe headaches accompany it so I'm taking a reduced dosage. Developed severe cough and allergic asthma also.

—Posted by Anonymous

21 Sep 2009

I am 43 and after 21 years without seeing a physician, my family convinced me to see a doctor after I started suffering from depression. After the exam and bloodwork, my bp was 130\70 and all blood levels were normal. My doctor prescribed Wellbutrin and scheduled a follow up visit in 3 weeks. When I went back and had my bp checked, my bp had increased to 212\136. I went straight to the hospital. The docotor took me off the Wellbutrin and prescribed Lotrel and Hydrochlorothiazide. My bp came down to 138\78 and I have stayed on this regiment for 2 years. I recently checked my blood sugar levels and was shocked to find I was at 324. I had never had a problem with this so I called my doctor and started doing research. I found out that hydrochlorothiazide can raise blood sugar levels. So a few days before going to the doctor I stopped taking the hydrochlorothiazide. My blood sugar levels dropped to 150 in a day. My doctor said that I am probably just a diabetic...the drugs couldn't have that effect. I have stayed off the HCTZ but my blood sugar levels went up to 180's. I decided to try to stop taking Lotrel for a few days. In 2 days my blood sugar level dropped to 120, however my bp rose to 160\104. I went back on the Lotrel...my bp came down to 130\80 and my blood sugar went back to 180. I have gone on a low carb diet and I am increasing my excercise in an attempt to get off all meds. I don't advocate anyone experimenting with your meds but you need to be proactive with your doc. One med leads to another and then you are stuck in the cycle. My depression that originally drove me to the doc is now gone thankfully, but it left a mess in it's wake. Eat well, excercise, reduce stress and get off this stuff. It's bad news....

—Posted by Anonymous

19 Mar 2009

Because I had been placed on Numerous BP meds..this was amazing. I did ignore the cough the first few years, and the dizziness..but..on this fourth year it is causing chest pain and skipped breaths. As I have tried so many other BP drugs (not working) I am at a loss. Do I simply deal with this chest pain etc: to maintain this great BP number.?

—Posted by Mimi

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Brands	Effectiveness	Holistic Benefits	Side Effects	Number of Ratings
Atenolol	7.54	6.65	3.7	54
Lotrel	7.5	6.86	4.84	6
Hydrochlorothiazide	6.79	6.19	2.78	33
Lisinopril	5.91	5.58	3.38	91
Ramipril	4.3	4.48	4.46	23
Losartan Potassium	3.18	4.43	5.24	38

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Lotrel, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	12.5%	62.5%	12.5%	12.5%
Blood Pressure	10%	10%	20%	40%	20%
Breathing	0%	22.2%	55.6%	11.1%	11.1%
Confidence	0%	12.5%	62.5%	25%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	0%	75%	12.5%	12.5%
Digestion	0%	22.2%	66.7%	0%	11.1%
Emotional Well-being	0%	12.5%	62.5%	25%	0%
Energy	0%	22.2%	55.6%	22.2%	0%
Eyesight	0%	11.1%	66.7%	22.2%	0%
Memory	0%	11.1%	66.7%	22.2%	0%
Mental Clarity	0%	12.5%	62.5%	25%	0%
Pain	0%	11.1%	66.7%	11.1%	11.1%
Patience	0%	12.5%	62.5%	25%	0%
Sexual Health	0%	30%	50%	10%	10%
Skin Complexion	0%	11.1%	66.7%	11.1%	11.1%
Sleep	0%	22.2%	55.6%	22.2%	0%
Stress Level	0%	12.5%	75%	12.5%	0%

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Commonly Reported Lotrel Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Allergic Reaction	55.6%	22.2%	11.1%	11.1%	0%
Anxiety	25%	50%	25%	0%	0%
Asthma	75%	12.5%	0%	12.5%	0%
Blurred Vision	50%	0%	25%	25%	0%
Breathing Difficulties	25%	25%	25%	25%	0%
Cold Hands and/or Feet	88.9%	0%	11.1%	0%	0%
Cold Symptoms	25%	50%	25%	0%	0%
Confusion	75%	25%	0%	0%	0%
Constipation	80%	0%	20%	0%	0%
Depression	55.6%	22.2%	22.2%	0%	0%
Diarrhea	50%	25%	0%	25%	0%
Dizziness	60%	20%	10%	10%	0%
Drowsiness	66.7%	22.2%	11.1%	0%	0%
Fatigue	44.4%	22.2%	11.1%	22.2%	0%
Fever	25%	50%	25%	0%	0%
Gas	50%	25%	0%	25%	0%
Headache	40%	30%	20%	0%	10%
Insomnia	44.4%	33.3%	0%	22.2%	0%
Irregular Heartbeat	25%	25%	0%	50%	0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping	50%	50%	0%	0%	0%
Loss of Taste	75%	25%	0%	0%	0%
Mood Swings	50%	25%	25%	0%	0%
Muscle Cramping	50%	0%	0%	50%	0%
Nausea	87.5%	12.5%	0%	0%	0%
Sexual Dysfunction	50%	25%	0%	25%	0%
Stomach Ache	50%	25%	25%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Lotrel Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Abnormal / Vivid Dreams	75%	0%	12.5%	0%	12.5%
Change in Weight	75%	0%	0%	12.5%	12.5%
Cough	30%	20%	20%	10%	20%
Decrease in Blood Pressure	44.4%	0%	22.2%	22.2%	11.1%
Elevated Blood Sugar	66.7%	0%	22.2%	0%	11.1%
Gout	87.5%	0%	12.5%	0%	0%
Hair Growth	87.5%	0%	12.5%	0%	0%
Heartburn	44.4%	11.1%	22.2%	11.1%	11.1%
Irregular Heartbeat	80%	0%	20%	0%	0%
Kidney Damage	88.9%	0%	11.1%	0%	0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping	0%	50%	50%	0%	0%
Loss of Taste	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%
Muscle / Joint Pain	55.6%	22.2%	11.1%	0%	11.1%
Sexual Dysfunction	66.7%	0%	16.7%	16.7%	0%
Slow Heartbeat	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Stuffy Nose	50%	12.5%	25%	12.5%	0%
Swelling around the Eyes	66.7%	22.2%	11.1%	0%	0%

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Episodes since taking Lotrel

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21 Jun 2010	It reduces my blood pressure significantly if taken at the right dosage but severe headaches accompany it so I'm taking a reduced dosage. Developed severe cough and allergic asthma also. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
21 Sep 2009	I am 43 and after 21 years without seeing a physician, my family convinced me to see a doctor after I started suffering from depression. After the exam and bloodwork, my bp was 130\70 and all blood levels were normal. My doctor prescribed Wellbutrin and scheduled a follow up visit in 3 weeks. When I went back and had my bp checked, my bp had increased to 212\136. I went straight to the hospital. The docotor took me off the Wellbutrin and prescribed Lotrel and Hydrochlorothiazide. My bp came down to 138\78 and I have stayed on this regiment for 2 years. I recently checked my blood sugar levels and was shocked to find I was at 324. I had never had a problem with this so I called my doctor and started doing research. I found out that hydrochlorothiazide can raise blood sugar levels. So a few days before going to the doctor I stopped taking the hydrochlorothiazide. My blood sugar levels dropped to 150 in a day. My doctor said that I am probably just a diabetic...the drugs couldn't have that effect. I have stayed off the HCTZ but my blood sugar levels went up to 180's. I decided to try to stop taking Lotrel for a few days. In 2 days my blood sugar level dropped to 120, however my bp rose to 160\104. I went back on the Lotrel...my bp came down to 130\80 and my blood sugar went back to 180. I have gone on a low carb diet and I am increasing my excercise in an attempt to get off all meds. I don't advocate anyone experimenting with your meds but you need to be proactive with your doc. One med leads to another and then you are stuck in the cycle. My depression that originally drove me to the doc is now gone thankfully, but it left a mess in it's wake. Eat well, excercise, reduce stress and get off this stuff. It's bad news.... —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
19 Mar 2009	Because I had been placed on Numerous BP meds..this was amazing. I did ignore the cough the first few years, and the dizziness..but..on this fourth year it is causing chest pain and skipped breaths. As I have tried so many other BP drugs (not working) I am at a loss. Do I simply deal with this chest pain etc: to maintain this great BP number.? —Posted by Mimi Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use