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Is Swelling Of The Feet A Side Effect Of Norvast?

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Posted on Tue, 17 Oct 2023
Question: IS SWELLING OF THE FEET A SIDE EFFECT OF NORVAST?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (36 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Swelling of the feet is a very common side effect of Norvast.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

My name is dr.Dorina Gurabardhi.

I read carefully your query and understand your concern.

Actually swelling of the feet is a very common side effect of Norvast.
There is a specific physiological process that causes the swelling.
The swelling can happen even on ankles and hands.
In this case you should discuss with your doctor about an alternative medication.
Meanwhile,you should not stop the medication immediately,but in a gradual way.
This way you will avoid the high blood pressure.

Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have any other questions,feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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Is Swelling Of The Feet A Side Effect Of Norvast?

Brief Answer: Swelling of the feet is a very common side effect of Norvast. Detailed Answer: Hello, My name is dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Actually swelling of the feet is a very common side effect of Norvast. There is a specific physiological process that causes the swelling. The swelling can happen even on ankles and hands. In this case you should discuss with your doctor about an alternative medication. Meanwhile,you should not stop the medication immediately,but in a gradual way. This way you will avoid the high blood pressure. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have any other questions,feel free to contact me again. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician