Get Informed: Caduet
Active Ingredient(s)
Caduet
What does it do?
This product is a combination of amlodipine (a calcium channel blocker) and atorvastatin (a lipid lowering agent) in patients who have high cholesterol AND either high blood pressure or Coronary Artery Disease.
- Last Text Update:
- 2010-Mar-18 9:06 PM
- Last Data Update:
- 2010-Mar-20 9:02 PM
Other Names
- Caduet
- Atorvastatin and Amlodipine
How Safe Is It?
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- Average Risk Rating
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- Pregnancy Category:
- X
- Black Box Warning:
- No
Facts & Figures
- Date Approved
- 30 Jan 2004
- Est US Patients*
- 337,800
- Generic Available
- No
- OTC Available
- No
User Age Distribution*
< 21
21-39
40-59
60+
Age (Years)
* Estimated number of US people currently taking Caduet or its active ingredient based on population adjusted patient numbers registered with iGuard.org.
Caduet Safety Report
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What is Caduet used for?
iGuard is currently tracking more than 2,200 patients that use Caduet (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)). Use the table below to learn why iGuard users take this product; click on any underlined condition to get information on other medications used for treatment.
| Disease / Condition | % | Average Severity |
|---|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | 95% | 
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| High Blood Pressure | 95% |
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How well does Caduet work?
iGuard regularly polls our more than 2,200 users taking Caduet (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) using the Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire for Medications (TSQM) . This feedback is continuously updated in tables below for the benefit of the iGuard community. To request scores for specific patient subgroups, please contact research@iguard.org.
Average Satisfaction Score
(out of 10)
Average Effectiveness Score
(out of 10)
- 94%
- of patients are confident that the good things about Caduet outweigh the bad things.
- 15%
- of patients wish they were told more before they started taking Caduet.
Common Side Effects of Caduet
iGuard regularly polls our more than 2,200 users taking Caduet (or similar drugs with the same active ingredient(s)) to monitor the development and frequency of side-effects. This feedback is continuously updated in tables and graphs below for the benefit of the iGuard community.
27% of patients experience side-effects on Caduet
< 1% of patients experience signifcant side-effects on Caduet
Most Common Side Effects...
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Fatigue
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Swelling/Edema
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Muscle Pain/Cramps
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Drowsiness
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= 10%
Global Patient Feedback for Caduet ( Post a comment )
Question/Comment:
Is there a generic drug for Caduet? I was told it wat too new to have a generic? If it is that new how can some of the patients have been on it for SEVERAL years??? I really need the generic if there is one....tooooo expensive and I don't see much difference in my CHOLESTEROL level....
59 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-04-03 00:48:08
Answer/Reply:
We just heard but have not confirmed that there is a generic for Norvasc now. My husband has been taking Cauet but we're going to check with the pharmacy to see if true. If so, it will be back to a generic for blood pressure & a generic for cholesterol.
60 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-04-21 16:22:50
Answer/Reply:
It's not because it's a new drug, It's because rx drugs have to stay that way for many years,before they can be sold over the counter..I have also been on it for about 6 years and it works great for me,I don't even need blood work as often as I did..And no pill is going to be a wonder drug without you following some of it's guide lines..Yes I do cheat but only once a week or holidays, etc...You can't eat meat every night and expect results..All I can say is God Bless Pfizer!
70 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-04-22 16:27:19
Answer/Reply:
I am on Caduet and my doctor gave me a Caduet SAVINGS CARD to take to the pharmacist when I purchase Caduet. With this card, I pay only $20.00 for a month's supply. Perhaps your physician would help you in that way.
68 yr. old female
69 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-04-26 22:30:35
Question/Comment:
I had a cholestrol level of 212, with high blood pressure. After starting on the caduet my cholestrol has dropped to 139. My blood pressure is in normal limits too.
48 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-03-04 12:21:13
Answer/Reply:
I am using caduet also, but my cholestrol level has not dropped as well as yours....are you also on a special diet plan, cut out certain foods, etc. I have been on caduet and another blood pressure medication for over a year and I still can't get my blood pressure below 130/93. What is your secret? Thanks!
54 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-03-17 18:42:25
Answer/Reply:
Mine was even higher~I have been on caduet for several years with no side effects..And both my B.P. & Cholestrol are in normal range, I was even able to see my MD less often..And cheat one a week, with no problems..God Bless Pfizer...Rosemarie 68
70 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-03-20 14:15:41
Question/Comment:
I've been on Caduet for many years,I was always on the 10mg for my cholesterol until I changed Dr's,my old Dr. never ran any blood work on me.My new Dr. ran all sorts of test and he uped my cholesterol to 40mg.I've been having lots of swelling in my right ankle and foot,has anyone else had this problem?.I go back for more blood work on Oct.13th to check my cholesterol.I do like having to take only one pill for high blood pressure and cholesterol not to mention saving on my co-pay.
44 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2008-10-09 16:21:49
Answer/Reply:
I also had swelling in my ankles when I was on the 40mg cholesterol. My doctor lowered the dose back to 20mg and most of the swelling went away.
52 year old Male – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2008-11-11 15:35:56
Answer/Reply:
I have been on caduet for over a year now and when i expressed my concern about the swelling in my left leg and ankle, neither my vascular surgeon or family M.D., have been able to explain the swelling or even given me a hint that it is or could be a side effect of this medication. I feel a little better knowing something.
46 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-02-14 17:34:46
Question/Comment:
I like Caduet because it controls blood pressure and cholesterol. My cholesterol was still high so the doctor just changed the lipitor (cholesterol med) to a higher dose and the blood pressure med stayed the same. So easy...
57 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2008-09-28 00:26:40
Question/Comment:
if the pain in chest and arms doesn't stop in a short period of time, stop taking caduet
61 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2008-03-10 00:00:00
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Caduet