norvasc
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Definition
Noun: 1. A brand name for the drug amlodipine: Norvasc is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and chest pain due to heart disease (angina pectoris). It belongs to a class of drugs called calcium channel blockers, which work by relaxing and widening blood vessels to improve blood flow.
Usage
- Norvasc is used as a proper noun, specifically a trademarked brand name. It is typically written with a capital 'N'.
- It is most commonly followed by a dosage strength (e.g., 5 mg, 10 mg) when prescribed.
Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor prescribed Norvasc to help lower my blood pressure.
- She takes one 5mg tablet of Norvasc every morning.
- Common side effects of Norvasc may include swelling in the ankles or feet.
Advanced Usage
- "to be on Norvasc": to be taking Norvasc as a prescribed medication.
- He has been on Norvasc for his hypertension for several years.
Variants and Related Words
- Amlodipine (n): The generic, non-brand name for the active pharmaceutical ingredient in Norvasc.
- The pharmacist asked if I wanted the brand name Norvasc or the generic amlodipine.
- Calcium channel blocker (n): The class of drugs to which Norvasc/amlodipine belongs.
- Norvasc is a widely prescribed calcium channel blocker.
Synonyms
- Amlodipine besylate: The full chemical name of the active ingredient.
- Antihypertensive agent: A general term for a drug that lowers high blood pressure. (Note: This is a broader category, not a direct synonym.)
Related Terms (Not Phrasal Verbs or Idioms)
- Hypertension: The medical condition of high blood pressure, which Norvasc treats.
- Angina pectoris: The medical term for chest pain due to heart disease, which Norvasc treats.
- Vasodilator: A substance that causes blood vessels to widen; describes the primary action of Norvasc.
Noun
- a vasodilator (trade name Norvasc) taken in tablet form; prescribed for hypertension and angina pectoris