1st-line treatment of HTN & myocardial ischaemia whether due to fixed obstructions (stable angina) &/or vasospasm/vasoconstriction (Prinzmetal's or variant angina) of coronary vasculature.
Dosage/Direction for Use
HTN & angina Initially 5 mg once daily, may be increased to a max dose of 10 mg.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to amlodipine or dihydropyridines.
C08CA01 - amlodipine ; Belongs to the class of dihydropyridine derivative selective calcium-channel blockers with mainly vascular effects. Used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases.
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