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.
After surgery: What to expect when recovering from hip replacement. After surgery, three factors will play major roles in your recovery: 1. Pain management 2. Physical and occupational therapy 3. Your mental state. Pain management post-surgery. Of course, the long-term benefit of hip replacement is to reduce arthritis pain. But in the short term after your hip replacement, you will feel pain as a result of the surgery itself. Your doctor will prescribe a powerful painkiller called an opioid to help you handle this pain.