HTN Initially 12.5 mg once daily, increased after 2 days to 25 mg once daily. Alternatively, an initial dose of 6.25 mg bid, increased after 1-2 wk to 12.5 mg once daily. May be further increased at intervals of at least 2 wk to 50 mg once daily or in divided doses.
Elderly 12.5 mg once daily.
Angina pectoris Initially 12.5 mg bid, increased after 2 days to 25 mg bid.
Heart failure 3.125 mg bid for 2 wk, may be increased to 6.25 mg bid.
Patient weighing >85 kg Max: 50 mg bid,
<85 kg Max: 25 mg bid.