Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing. Amlodipine can harm a developing fetus or newborn baby. It can also pass into breast milk and cause problems for a breastfeeding baby. Ask your doctor about how to safely avoid becoming pregnant while taking amlodipine.
Tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, liver disease, bipolar disorder, seizures, or if you are receiving corticosteroid treatment. Amlodipine can increase the effects of these conditions.
Tell your doctor if you are using any other medicines, including over-the-counter medicines and supplements. Some medicines can interact with amlodipine and cause serious side effects. Do not start any new medicines until you tell your doctor about all the medicines you are using.
Amlodipine may make it more difficult for your kidneys to work correctly. You may need to be monitored for kidney problems while taking amlodipine.