{"id":56849,"date":"2023-02-03T09:30:59","date_gmt":"2023-02-03T14:30:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=56849"},"modified":"2025-10-22T16:19:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T20:19:45","slug":"amlodipine-and-alcohol","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/amlodipine-and-alcohol\/","title":{"rendered":"Can you drink alcohol while taking amlodipine?"},"content":{"rendered":"

While taking a high blood pressure medication like amlodipine, you might be apprehensive about whether you can drink alcohol. After all, too much alcohol can raise your blood pressure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The fact of the matter is that there are some potential risks to be aware of before combining alcohol and amlodipine\u2014such as an increased risk of side effects. Continue reading to learn more about mixing the two, the possible drug interaction, and the potential side effects you might experience.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is amlodipine?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Amlodipine<\/span><\/a>, also known by the brand name Norvasc, is a commonly prescribed antihypertensive or blood pressure medication. It\u2019s part of a group of drugs, including diltiazem and verapamil, called calcium channel blockers that are used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It\u2019s also used to treat angina (chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart) or other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.<\/span><\/p>\n

Amlodipine works by relaxing the blood vessels to <\/span>lower blood pressure<\/span><\/a>. It\u2019s usually prescribed to be taken as an oral tablet once daily. The dosage ranges from 5 mg to 10 mg once per day in adults. Because amlodipine is heavily processed in the liver, the dosage is lower in older people or people with liver problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t

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Can you mix amlodipine and alcohol?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Because alcohol can affect blood pressure and heart rate, it\u2019s generally recommended to avoid mixing amlodipine and alcohol. If you choose to drink alcohol, it’s important to do so in moderation, as excessive alcohol consumption may increase the risk of serious health consequences like a cardiovascular event. However, the risk of a serious problem may be higher during the start of treatment rather than after several months of treatment with amlodipine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Drinking in moderation<\/span><\/a> means two drinks or fewer per day for men and one drink or fewer per day for women. Everyone\u2019s response to amlodipine may vary, so it\u2019s always a good idea to check with your provider before drinking while taking amlodipine, especially if you\u2019re also taking other medications. They will be able to advise you on the specific risks and precautions for you based on your unique medical history.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Amlodipine and alcohol interaction<\/span><\/h2>\n

One of the risks of mixing amlodipine and alcohol is the possibility of an interaction. Amlodipine and alcohol side effects may overlap and be amplified when combining the two. Because alcohol can cause an increase or decrease in blood pressure, drinking alcohol with amlodipine can lead to low blood pressure or a decreased effectiveness of amlodipine. The <\/span>side effects of amlodipine<\/span><\/a> and alcohol may also include:<\/span><\/p>\n