Stadovas

Stadovas

amlodipine

Manufacturer:

Stellapharm

Distributor:

Stadpharm
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Amlodipine besilate
Indications/Uses
Management of HTN, Prinzmetal variant angina & chronic stable angina pectoris.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Initially 5 mg once daily. Max: 10 mg once daily.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to amlodipine or dihydropyridines.
Special Precautions
Not to be used in cardiogenic shock, MI in the previous 2-4 wk, acute unstable angina, anginal attack in chronic stable angina. Hypotension, poor cardiac reserve, heart failure; severe aortic stenosis. Avoid abrupt w/drawal. May affect ability to drive & use machines. Hepatic impairment. Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception. Not to be used during pregnancy & lactation. Childn.
Adverse Reactions
Dizziness, flushing, headache, hypotension, peripheral oedema, tachycardia, palpitations, nausea, GI disturbances, increased micturition frequency, lethargy, eye pain, visual disturbances, mental depression.
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
Stadovas tab 10 mg
Packing/Price
30's
Form
Stadovas tab 5 mg
Packing/Price
30's
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