Simvask-5/Simvask-10 Dosage & Drug Information

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Amlodipine

Indications/Uses

As monotherapy or combined therapy for HTN & myocardial ischemia due to fixed obstruction (stable angina) &/or vasospasm/vasoconstriction (Prinzmetal's or variant angina).

Dosage/Direction for Use

HTN 5 mg once daily. Max: 10 mg daily. Chronic stable or vasospastic angina 5-10 mg daily. Infant, elderly, fragile & hepatically impaired patient Initially 2.5 mg once daily.

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Contraindications

Sensitivity to dihydropyridines.

Special Precautions

Impaired liver function. Pregnancy & lactation.

Adverse Reactions

Headache, edema, fatigue, drowsiness, nausea, abdominal pain, hot sensation, palpitation, dizziness, itching, rash, apnea, epigastric pain, weakness, muscle spasm, skin rash.

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MIMS Class

Calcium Antagonists

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.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Simvask-10 tab 10 mg

Packing/Price

3 × 10's (Rp255,000/boks)

Form

Simvask-5 tab 5 mg

Packing/Price

3 × 10's (Rp150,000/boks)

Simvask-5/Simvask-10

amlodipine

Manufacturer:

Simex