Can Amlodipine And Valsartan Cause Numbness And Burning Feeling In Feet?

Posted on Tue, 11 Nov 2014

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Question : my feet and ankles get numb after I stand for more than 5 minutes..tingling numbness burning...ive been told it could be caused by amlodipine valsartan that I take for high blood pressure..is this correct..if so what other med can i take for blood pressure that doesnt cause neurapathy

Answered by Dr. Eris Ranxha (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Not neuropathy

Detailed Answer:
Dear
I am sorry for the symptoms you are suffering but those symptoms aren't caused from neuropathy
Standing or walking minimize the symptoms of neuropathy don't increase them
It is rather difficult to believe that amlodipine can cause it.
Occasionally it can cause periferic edema
It can be changed with lercandipine which is the same antihypertensive family
In my opinion you should schedule a neurologic exam which will determine the cause of your symptons
Hope my answer will help you
Best regards
Dr Eris Ranxha
Neurologist

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