Evigrade
Moderate

Amlodipine × naproxen

Calcium channel blockers (dihydropyridines)×NSAID, propionic acid derivative

Mechanism

NSAIDs weaken amlodipine's antihypertensive effect via renal prostaglandin suppression.

Symptoms

Gradual blood pressure rise 1–2 weeks after starting naproxen. In chronic kidney disease: fluid retention and oedema risk.

Management

For short naproxen courses (5–7 days), monitor blood pressure. For chronic analgesia: switch to paracetamol or celecoxib (with PPI cover).

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Sources

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Amlodipine and naproxen: interaction, management, sources – Evigrade