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Amlodac

Amlodac

amlodipine

Manufacturer:

Zydus Healthcare

Distributor:

Zydus Healthcare
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Amlodipine besilate
Indications/Uses
Treatment of HTN & prophylaxis of angina.
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Dosage/Direction for Use
Initially 5 mg once daily. Increase to 10 mg once daily if unresponsive after 2 wk.
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Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to dihydropyridines. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn & women of childbearing age.
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Special Precautions
Hepatic cirrhosis. Elderly.
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Adverse Reactions
Edema & flushing. Muscle cramps, frequency of micturition/nocturia, coughing, impotence, asthma, epistaxis, nervousness & conjunctivitis.
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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
Amlodac film-coated tab 10 mg
Packing/Price
100's (P13.39/film-coated tab, P1,339.29/pack)
Form
Amlodac film-coated tab 5 mg
Packing/Price
100's (P900/pack, P9/film-coated tab)
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