Caduet (Amlodipine Besylate/Atorvastatin Calcium)

Do’s

• Take Caduet exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider, usually once daily.
• Take it with or without food.
• Tell your healthcare provider about all medications you take, including prescriptions, non-prescription, and herbal products.
• Take Caduet consistently at the same time each day.
• Continue taking Caduet even if you feel well.
• Inform your healthcare provider if your condition worsens or doesn't improve.

Don'ts

• Don't eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while on Caduet unless your healthcare provider approves.
• Don't take Caduet with certain cholesterol-lowering medications (bile acid-binding resins) without proper timing (take Caduet 1 hour before or 4 hours after these resins).
• Don't use Caduet to treat sudden chest pain.

Common side effects:

• Edema (swelling)
• Diarrhea
• Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the nose and throat)
• Arthralgia (joint pain)
• Muscle weakness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Abdominal pain
• Flushing
• Insomnia
• Constipation

Serious side effects (seek medical attention if experienced):

• Allergic skin reactions
• Chest pain
• Muscle problems, including muscle pain, weakness, or tenderness
• Liver problems, such as yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, or persistent nausea/vomiting
• Low blood pressure or dizziness
• Abnormal muscle movement
• Serious skin reactions, such as rash, redness, blistering, or peeling
• Changes in mood or behavior
• Difficulty breathing or swallowing
• Unexplained bleeding or bruising
• Vision problems

This is not an exhaustive list, and other side effects may occur. If you experience any unusual or severe side effects while taking  Caduet,  contact your healthcare provider for medical advice.

Talk to your healthcare provider if you have allergies to amlodipine, atorvastatin, calcium channel blockers, or any other medications.

Inform your healthcare provider about your medical history, especially liver disease, kidney disease, alcohol use, or certain heart problems.

Tell your healthcare provider about all medications you take before any surgery.

Avoid driving or operating machinery if Caduet makes you dizzy. This includes avoiding alcohol and marijuana which can worsen dizziness.

Limit alcohol consumption to reduce the risk of liver problems, especially important when combining Caduet with alcohol.

Caduet may cause side effects like muscle problems and dizziness, especially in older adults.

Caduet should not be taken during pregnancy as it may harm your unborn baby. Do not breastfeed while taking Caduet as it may pass into breast milk and harm your baby.