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    This document summarizes the key information about the medication amlodipine (Norvasc) including its classification, dose, route, time/frequency of administration, mechanism of action for treating hypertension, potential side effects, interactions, and important assessment points for nurses. It highlights that amlodipine is a long-acting calcium channel blocker taken orally once daily to lower blood pressure via vasodilation. Nurses should focus on monitoring for hypotension and side effects like edema, assess other medications for interactions, and educate patients about safe use.

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    This document summarizes the key information about the medication amlodipine (Norvasc) including its classification, dose, route, time/frequency of administration, mechanism of action for treating hypertension, potential side effects, interactions, and important assessment points for nurses. It highlights that amlodipine is a long-acting calcium channel blocker taken orally once daily to lower blood pressure via vasodilation. Nurses should focus on monitoring for hypotension and side effects like edema, assess other medications for interactions, and educate patients about safe use.

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    Drug Norvasc

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    This document summarizes the key information about the medication amlodipine (Norvasc) including its classification, dose, route, time/frequency of administration, mechanism of action for treating hypertension, potential side effects, interactions, and important assessment points for nurses. It highlights that amlodipine is a long-acting calcium channel blocker taken orally once daily to lower blood pressure via vasodilation. Nurses should focus on monitoring for hypotension and side effects like edema, assess other medications for interactions, and educate patients about safe use.

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    NURS 1556 Clinical Medication Worksheet Karen Nielsen

    Generic Trade Name Classification Dose Route Time/frequency


    Name
    amlodipine Norvasc Antihypertensive 5 mg PO QD
    Calcium Channel
    Blocker
    Peak Onset Duration For IV meds, compatibility with IV drips and /or solutions
    6-9 hr unknown 24 hr N/A

    Mechanism of action and indications: Nursing Implications (what to focus on)


    (Why med ordered) Contraindications/warnings/interactions: Hypersensitivity;
    Blocking of calcium channels in blood vessels and BP < 90 mm Hg systolic. Caution in history of CHF. Avoid
    myocardial cells, resulting in inhibition of excitation- grapefruit juice. Additive hypotensive effect with other
    contraction coupling and subsequent contraction. antihypertensives.
    Systemic vasodilation results in decreased blood
    pressure. Common side effects: CNS: H/A, dizziness, fatigue. CV:
    peripheral edema, angina, bradycardia, hypotension,
    For Hypertension. palpitations. GI: gingival hyperplasia, nausea. Derm:
    flushing.

    Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC or Lab value alterations caused by medicine:
    herbal medicines (ask patient specifically): Monitor ECG periodically.
    Be sure to teach the patient the following about this
    Also on Lisinopril- additive hypotensive effect.
    medication: Avoid grapefruit juice. Instruct pt on correct
    way to monitor pulse if able. Change positions slowly.
    Maintain good oral hygiene, see dentist frequently to
    prevent gingival hyperplasia. Wear sunscreen to avoid
    photosensitivity reaction.

    Nursing Process- Assessment Assessment Evaluation


    (Pre-administration assessment) Why would you hold or not give this Check after giving
    Always check BP and pulse before giving. med?
    Assess for signs of CHF( peripheral edema, Decreased BP, increase in
    rales/crackles, dyspnea, wt gain, jugular BP < 90 Systolic, HR < 60 activity tolerance.
    vein distention. Monitor ECG periodically

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