As previously mentioned, although it is not caused by influenza viruses, gastroenteritis is commonly referred to as the stomach flu because most people have acute symptoms that last a day or so, and then begin to resolve, like the symptoms of more benign flu strains.
And if you figured out that the decreased vascular resistance to blood flow translates into lower blood pressure, you'd be right. These are the basics, and you're up to speed.Amlodipine Besylate is used to treat high blood pressure. It should not be taken in combination with a blood thinner.
AMLODIPINE USES. Amlodipine is used to lower blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood passes through them more easily. In patients with chest pain (angina), amlodipine improves the blood flow to the heart muscle allowing it to receive more oxygen and preventing the occurrence of chest pain. However, amlodipine will not provide immediate relief from chest pain caused by angina.