The generic name of Schwerta is levamlodipine benzenesulfonate, and the generic name of Lovoxil is amlodipine benzenesulfonate. Patients who have been taking levamlodipine benzenesulfonate can be replaced with amlodipine.
Levamlodipine benzenesulfonate and amlodipine benzenesulfonate are both calcium antagonists, the two drugs in the structure of a slight difference in the mechanism of lowering blood pressure is similar, can be used in the treatment of patients with hypertension, is more suitable for hypertension with coronary heart disease patients.
Patients taking oral levamlodipine benzenesulfonate can be replaced with levamlodipine benzenesulfonate, and the effect of lowering blood pressure will not change significantly, but should pay attention to the adjustment of the dose of the drug.
The adverse effects of levamlodipine benzenesulfonate and amlodipine are similar, and the common adverse effects include tachycardia, palpitations, flushing, and ankle edema. It is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to the components of the drug and have low blood pressure.
If you need to use the above drugs, you should standardize the use and adjust the type of drug under the guidance of a physician and get the right dose.