How Does Amlodipine and Atorvastatin Work?
Amlodipine, one of the components, is part of a class of drugs called
calcium channel blockers. It helps slow down the rate at which
calcium moves into your heart and into the blood vessel walls. This, in turn, helps to relax the vessels, which allows for better blood flow and causes
lower blood pressure. It also makes it easier for the heart to pump blood.
The other component,
atorvastatin, belongs to a group of medications called
statins (or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors). It works by blocking a particular enzyme -- HMG-CoA reductase -- that controls the rate of
cholesterol production in the body. This causes the liver to make less cholesterol. The medication also:
Is Amlodipine and Atorvastatin Used in Children?
Amlodipine has not been studied in children younger than six years old. Atorvastatin has not been studied in children under ten years old. The combination of the two has not been studied in any children. Be sure to talk with your healthcare provider about the potential benefits and risks of using
amlodipine and atorvastatin in children.
Is Amlodipine and Atorvastatin Used for Off-Label Reasons?
On occasion, your healthcare provider may recommend amlodipine and atorvastatin for something other than the conditions discussed in this article. At this time, there are no universally accepted
off-label amlodipine and
atorvastatin uses.
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