Ambrisentan and Norvasc

• Generic Name: ambrisentan
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Letairis

Ambrisentan lowers blood pressure in your lungs, helping your heart pump blood more efficiently.

Ambrisentan is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) in adults. It improves your ability to exercise and prevents your condition from getting worse. Ambrisentan is sometimes used with a medicine called tadalafil (Adcirca).

For women, ambrisentan is available only from a certified pharmacy under a special program. You must be registered in the program and sign agreements to use birth control and undergo pregnancy and blood testing.

Ambrisentan may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: amlodipine
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Norvasc, Katerzia

Norvasc (amlodipine) is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Norvasc is used to treat chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Norvasc is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack.

Amlodipine is for use in adults and children who are at least 6 years old.