Ahmed Khan Soomro
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Can amlodipine cause weight gain?
Introduction: the possible link between amlodipine and weight gain Amlodipine is a medication that is used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain. Some people have reported that they have gained weight while taking amlodipine. In this article, we will explore the possible link between amlodipine and weight gain. We will also discuss ways to prevent weight gain while taking amlodipine. Amlodipine is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Angiotensin II (also referred to as angiotensin I or arginine vasopressin) is the hormone responsible for increasing blood pressure. The angiotensin II receptor is a type of protein found on the surface of cells. When angiotensin II binds to the angiotensin II receptor, it causes changes in cells that cause them to grow larger and release more calcium into the blood. Amlodipine blocks angiotensin II. As a result, it is thought that amlodipine may reduce the number of cells and therefore reduce blood pressure.
By Ahmed Khan Soomro2 years ago in Longevity