Amlodipine, also known as Norvasc, is a medication that falls under a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers. It is commonly prescribed to patients with high blood pressure (hypertension) and chest pain (angina).

High blood pressure occurs when the force of blood against the walls of the arteries is too high. Amlodipine helps to lower blood pressure by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, reducing the resistance against which the heart must pump blood. This allows the blood to flow more easily throughout the body.

Similarly, in the case of chest pain (angina), Amlodipine helps by widening the coronary arteries that supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. This increases blood flow to the heart, relieving the chest pain experienced during angina episodes.

It’s important to note that Amlodipine should be taken exactly as prescribed by a doctor and should not be used without medical supervision.