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Amlodipine possibly helps to slow or prevent dementia.

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shysal Thu 16-Sept-21 09:59:30

www.msn.com/en-gb/health/mindandbody/high-blood-pressure-drug-could-be-re-purposed-to-tackle-dementia/ar-AAOtOm1?ocid=msedgntp
Interesting article popped upon my home screen this morning.
I take 5mg daily with no side effects, so I am pleased that there might be another benefit. Anyone else take it?

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Whiff Thu 30-Sept-21 10:08:50

I had been taking 5mg of Amlodipine once a day for years. Was diagnosed with AF the Saturday before bank holiday. First thing they did at AF clinic was take me off it because of water retention. Never had any problems with it apart from swollen ankles before getting AF. But apparently AF and Amlodipine is a bad mix.

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goose1964 Thu 30-Sept-21 10:12:37

I'm on it as a cocktail of meds for my blood pressure. My gran had vascular dementia so I'm hoping this will work

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Nanna58 Thu 30-Sept-21 10:19:13

Sorry, but Mother has been on it for years and has advanced Dementia. ?

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Caleo Thu 30-Sept-21 10:34:00

My legs and feet swelled possibly due to daily 5mgs Amlodipine I had to get new shoes and sandals and can't wear boots.

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annodomini Thu 30-Sept-21 10:43:31

Oh well, Nanna58. Another hope dashed. shock. I'm so sorry about your mum. It must be hard for all her family.

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