Description
Active Ingredient: Active ingredient in the given medication is Amlodipine besylate. This active ingredient is a second-generation calcium channel blocker. It is approved for the treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris. It has been linked to a low rate of serum enzyme elevations. The active component acts as an antihypertensive agent, a calcium channel blocker and a vasodilator agent.
Indications: This effective medicine is indicated for the treatment of high blood pressure. It lowers the high blood pressure that helps to prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.
It also used to prevent certain types of chest pain I.e. angina. It also increases the ability to exercise and decreases the frequency of angina attacks. This medication is not advisable for the treatment of attacks of chest pain when they occur.
Action Mechanism: A calcium channel blocker medicine works by relaxing blood vessels so that the blood can flow more easily through arteries. It also acts by lowering blood pressure that helps to lower the risk of a stroke or heart attack.
Dosages: The given drug is used for high blood pressure and chest pain. It is offered in different dosages as mentioned below:
- 2.5 mg: It can be taken with or without food as directed by the doctor, usually once a day
- 5 mg: Administer the pill once a day with a glass of water exactly as directed by the doctor
- 10 mg: Recommended to take this tablet once a day as mentioned in the prescription by the doctor
Note: It is prescribed for adults and children who are at least 6 years old. Tell the doctor in case of congestive heart failure or liver disease before taking this pill.
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