I am a 47 year old male Liver Transplant recipient, doing very well, 3 years Post Transplant. I was given Norvasc (Amlodopine) following Transplant because of blood pressure issues Post Transplant. The Doctors say it is common to have elevated Blood Pressures after Transplant while taking Tacrolimus (Prograf). I ran out of Norvasc and had issues getting it filled for about 10 days, when I filled it and started taking again I notice I am extremely fatigued, sleepy and having problems staying awake. Over teh past 2 months I have been doing very well and not had any issues at all. Is it possible the Nirvasc is causing me to be tired and sleepy?
His went through your history. Amlodipine is a safe choice for post liver transplant hypertension. And the majority of our post liver transplant patients tolerate it very well. Major side effects are peripheral edema and pulmonary edema. A minority of patients may complain of dizziness, headache, fatigue and increase sleep. I will suggest continuing your amlodipine in the current dose and these side effects will overcome with time wish you good luck