Posted by medlib on April 26, 2000, at 3:01:26
In reply to Re: Norvasc (calcium channel blocker) as AD ??? WHAT !, posted by Lynne on April 25, 2000, at 23:08:22
> I take 5mgs of Norvasc and I also take Dexedrine 10mgs for ADD. I have tried many AD's All of the SSRI,Marplan,Parnate,Selegiline and many,many more. They all had too many side effects for me. Norvasc has been amazing for me. I noticed I felt better after taking one tablet. I know why I am having the problem with the edema is because I work retail and stand on marble floors all day.I have been on Norvasc for a month and I love it!
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Lynne--Sounds like your problem is not so much generalized edema as poor venous return in your legs (common among those who stand in one place alot, i.e. OR nurses, production line workers, etc.). Some nonmedical aids include:
--Wear maximum-support pantyhose/stockings.
--Avoid "locking" (hyperextending) your knees-- keep your knees slightly bent.
--Change body position frequently.
--Exercise to promote strong leg muscles (promotes better venous return).
--Decrease salt/sodium intake!
--Drink lots of water (as other posters have mentioned.)
--Rest with feet higher than heart level when possible.Maxzide contains two compounds and is a dual-action/potassium-sparing diuretic which is available in only one strength. You could try taking it after work, when you need not be so active (it is short-acting). Or you might ask your doc to let you try a single-acting/nonpotassium-sparing diuretic which you can take in a smaller amount.
Hope this some of this helps.--medlib
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