Tell your doctor if you’re taking any of these medicines before starting amlodipine:

  • the antibiotics clarithromycin, erythromycin or rifampicin.
  • medicines for high blood pressure, including diltiazem and verapamil.
  • the antifungals itraconazole or ketoconazole.
  • medicines to treat HIV or HCV (hepatitis C virus)

What should you assess before giving amlodipine?

Examination and Evaluation

  1. Assess heart rate, ECG, and heart sounds, especially during exercise (See Appendices G, H).
  2. Assess blood pressure periodically, and compare to normal values (see Appendix F) to help document antihypertensive effects.
  3. Assess episodes of angina pectoris at rest and during exercise.

Does amlodipine interact with hydrochlorothiazide?

We conclude: (1) the addition of amlodipine to HCTZ enhanced its antihypertensive action; (2) amlodipine was safe and well tolerated; and (3) amlodipine, perhaps, has a favorable effect on lipids.

Can I take Cinnarizine with amlodipine?

Amlodipine may increase the arrhythmogenic activities of Cinnarizine. The risk or severity of hyperkalemia can be increased when Cinnarizine is combined with Ammonium chloride. The metabolism of Cinnarizine can be increased when combined with Amobarbital.

What nursing actions should the nurse take to administer medications safely?

Nurses’ Six Rights for Safe Medication Administration

  • THE RIGHT TO A COMPLETE AND CLEARLY WRITTEN ORDER.
  • THE RIGHT TO HAVE THE CORRECT DRUG ROUTE AND DOSE DISPENSED.
  • THE RIGHT TO HAVE ACCESS TO INFORMATION.
  • THE RIGHT TO HAVE POLICIES ON MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION.

When should you not take amlodipine?

Conditions: severe narrowing of the aortic heart valve. significantly low blood pressure. severe liver disease.

What should you monitor when taking amlodipine?

Raynaud phenomenon (off-label use): Oral: 5 mg once daily; if needed, increase dose gradually based on patient response and tolerability, usually once every 4 weeks, but not more frequently than once every 7 to 10 days; monitor blood pressure closely with each dose increase; maximum dose: 20 mg/day (ESVM [Belch 2017]; …

Can Norvasc and HCTZ be taken together?

Clinical side effects were few and mild and not different between the two groups. We conclude: (1) the addition of amlodipine to HCTZ enhanced its antihypertensive action; (2) amlodipine was safe and well tolerated; and (3) amlodipine, perhaps, has a favorable effect on lipids.

What are the nursing considerations of pantoprazole (Protonix)?

What are the Nursing Considerations of Pantoprazole (Protonix)? Can cause hyperglycemia, abdominal pain Decreases absorption of certain drugs May increase bleeding with warfarin

Does Protonix IV require an in-line filter?

Note: Protonix IV packaged with an in-line filter must be used with the provided filter. A newer formulation does not require an in-line filter. Reconstituted solution may be stored for up to 2 h at 15–30° C (59–86° F) before further dilution.

How long should I give Protonix IV infusion?

Two-min infusion: Give over at least 2 min. Fifteen-min infusion: Infuse over 15 min at a rate of 6 mg/min (7 mL/min). Note: Protonix IV packaged with an in-line filter must be used with the provided filter. A newer formulation does not require an in-line filter.

What are the side effects of amoxicillin in nursing home?

Nursing Implications. Contact physician promptly if any of the following occur: Peeling, blistering, or loosening of skin; skin rash, hives, or itching; swelling of the face, tongue, or lips; difficulty breathing or swallowing. Do not breast feed while taking this drug without consulting physician.