This type of swelling is not always the same as fluid retention caused by heart failure.
That distinction is important because the treatment approach may be different.
Should You Stop Amlodipine if Your Ankles Swell?
Not on your own.
A doctor may decide to:
Lower the dose
Change the medication
Add another blood pressure medicine
Investigate another cause of swelling
Stopping treatment without advice can cause blood pressure to rise again.
Who May Be More Sensitive to Side Effects?
Risk can vary depending on:
Age
Dose
Other medications
Liver function
