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Amedin

Amedin

amlodipine

Manufacturer:

Medreich

Distributor:

The Glory Medicina
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DKSH
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Amlodipine besylate
Indications/Uses
HTN. Prophylaxis of chronic stable angina pectoris. Prinzmetal's (variant) angina.
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Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult HTN & angina Initially 5 mg once daily, may be increased to a max dose of 10 mg.
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Overdosage
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Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Known sensitivity to dihydropyridines. Not for use in cardiogenic shock, clinically significant aortic stenosis, unstable angina. Childn.
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Special Precautions
Impaired liver function. Pregnancy & lactation.
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Adverse Reactions
Headache, oedema, rash, fatigue, nausea, flushing & dizziness, gingival hyperplasia.
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Storage
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Action
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MIMS Class
Calcium Antagonists / Anti-Anginal Drugs
ATC Classification
C08CA01 - amlodipine ; Belongs to the class of dihydropyridine derivative selective calcium-channel blockers with mainly vascular effects. Used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Amedin tab 10 mg
Packing/Price
2 × 14's
Form
Amedin tab 5 mg
Packing/Price
2 × 14's
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