12 Things You Should Avoid While Taking Amlodipine

Robert, 67, who felt unusually dizzy after  breakfast. It took weeks before he realized he’d been drinking grapefruit juice daily. Once he stopped, his dizziness eased within days.

But grapefruit is just the beginning. The next item surprises almost everyone.

11. Excessive Alcohol

 

Picture this: a warm evening, a glass of wine, a relaxing sip—then suddenly a wave of dizziness. Alcohol can temporarily lower blood pressure, and when combined with amlodipine, the drop may feel even stronger. For some people, this leads to light-headedness or feeling unsteady on their