Amlosyl Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Amlodipine besilate

Indications/Uses

Treatment of HTN & prophylaxis of angina.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Treatment of HTN, stable angina & Prinzmetal's angina Initially, 5 mg once daily, may be increased to 10 mg once daily.

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Special Precautions

Patients w/ liver disease, heart failure. Pregnancy & lactation. Elderly.

Adverse Reactions

Headache, dizziness, flushing, palpitations, peripheral edema; fatigue, somnolence & abdominal pain.

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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.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Amlosyl tab 10 mg

Packing/Price

100's;10's

Form

Amlosyl tab 5 mg

Packing/Price

100's;10's

Amlosyl

amlodipine

Manufacturer:

Intas

Distributor:

Phil Pharmawealth