Norvasc (amlodipine) is a calcium channel blocker (CCB) prescribed for the prevention and treatment of heart pain or chest pain from angina, and for the treatment of high blood pressure. Norvasc is available as a generic drug. Common side effects of Norvasc include: headache, swelling (edema) of the ankles or feet,
Anticoagulation (blood-thinning) therapy is recommended after all knee replacement operations to reduce the likelihood of developing a clot. Even if a clot develops in the leg, if you are on a blood-thinner, the risk of the clot enlarging and migrating to the lungs is reduced.
When you get home from the hospital after knee replacement surgery, you will have trouble bending to sit, getting dressed, and picking things up.To make your daily activities easier, you may need some special home equipment, including:hen you get home from the hospital after knee replacement surgery, you will have trouble bending to sit, getting dressed, and picking things up.