Amlodipine Flashcards

What is the brand name of Amlodipine?

What is the therapeutic classification of Amlodipine?

What is the pharmacologic classification of Amlodipine?

What effect does Amlodipine have?

What does Amlodipine block from entering the heart and smooth muscles?

What is the route of administration for Amlodipine?

What action does Amlodipine perform on myocardial and vascular smooth muscle cells?

For what conditions is Amlodipine commonly prescribed?

What symptom is described as sharp pain in the chest due to decreased blood supply to the heart?

What are some of the side effects of Amlodipine? (Select all that apply)

What should be monitored as a nursing implication for Amlodipine?

What should clients be taught to minimize when taking Amlodipine?

What happens during orthostatic hypotension?

What is the brand name of Amlodipine?

Amlodipine Overview

Brand name for amlodipine is Norvasc.
Classified as an antihypertensive, used primarily to lower blood pressure.

Pharmacological Classification

Amlodipine is categorized as a calcium channel blocker.
It effectively blocks calcium from entering heart muscle and smooth muscle in veins and arteries.

Mechanism of Action

Inhibits calcium transport into myocardial and vascular smooth muscle cells, impeding excitation and contraction.

Clinical Uses

Commonly prescribed for hypertension and chest pain (angina).

Angina

Defined as sharp chest pain resulting from decreased blood supply to the heart.

Administration and Dosage

Route of administration is oral (PO).

Side Effects

Potential side effects include headache, dizziness, fatigue, edema, bradycardia, hypotension, and flushing.

Nursing Implications

Important to monitor blood pressure, pulse, lung sounds, as well as edema and weight gain during treatment.

Patient Education

Advise clients to change positions slowly to reduce the risk of orthostatic hypotension.
Encourage compliance with lifestyle modifications: weight loss, low sodium diet, smoking cessation, exercise, and stress reduction.

Orthostatic Hypotension

Characterized by rapid changes in blood pressure and pulse with position changes, leading to dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting.

Test your knowledge of Amlodipine with these flashcards. Each card covers important definitions and classifications related to this antihypertensive medication. Enhance your understanding of its brand name, therapeutic and pharmacologic classifications, and how it functions to lower blood pressure.