Does amlodipine besylate cause weight gain?

Question

My doctor recently switched my blood pressure medication to Amlodipine Besylate. I'm concerned about weight gain as a side effect; does this medicine cause it? I've been working hard to maintain my weight.

Sunita Deshpande · Accepted Answer

I noticed some swelling in my ankles after starting amlodipine, which looked like weight gain. It was actually water retention, not real fat. Walking for 30 minutes daily and reducing salt in my food really helped clear it up.

Amit Saxena · Answer

Please don't worry too much. It does not usually cause actual fat gain, though mild fluid retention can happen sometimes. Hope you feel better soon.

Lata Krishnan · Answer

Keep your mind positive and do not let fear of weight gain stress you. Our bodies are very resilient. Take your medicines with gratitude, eat fresh fruits, and take care of your health gently.

Gurbachan Singh · Answer

Beta, these modern medicines sometimes make the body hold onto water. To keep your body light, drink coriander seed water in the morning and avoid heavy, salty pickles. But keep taking your blood pressure medicine as the doctor prescribed.

Ramesh Kamath · Answer

At our age, even drinking water feels like it adds kilos, so blaming amlodipine alone is unfair! But seriously, it mostly just causes mild leg swelling. Just keep your feet up when sitting and you'll be fine.

Kabir Grover · Answer

Amlodipine doesn't change your metabolism to make you gain fat. Any minor weight change is usually just mild edema (water retention) in the legs. Watch your sodium intake and it will remain under control.

Does amlodipine besylate cause weight gain?

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