Caduet (Amlodipine Besylate, Atorvastatin Calcium) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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May 25, 2012

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Caduet Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking amlodipine and atorvastatin (Caduet)?

Do not take this medication if you are allergic to amlodipine (Norvasc) or atorvastatin (Lipitor), if you have liver disease, or if you are pregnant.

Before taking amlodipine and atorvastatin, tell your doctor if you have:

liver problems;
heart disease or congestive heart failure;
a serious illness or infection; or
if you take other heart or blood pressure medications.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication.

FDA pregnancy category X. This medication can cause birth defects. Do not use amlodipine and atorvastatin if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment. Use an effective form of birth control while you are using this medication.

It is not known whether amlodipine and atorvastatin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take amlodipine and atorvastatin (Caduet)?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

This medication is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.

Take the medicine with a full glass of water.

You may take this medication with or without food. Amlodipine and atorvastatin is usually taken once a day. Try to take your dose at the same time each day. Follow your doctor's instructions.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your liver function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

You may need to stop using the medication if you have an injury, serious infection or illness, seizures, metabolic disorders, or any type of surgery. Tell any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you that you are taking amlodipine and atorvastatin.

If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medication even if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.

Store amlodipine and atorvastatin at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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