Amlodipine Besilate 5 mg
Amlodipine Besilate 5 mg is a prescription treatment for patients with hypertension. It can be used as a sole agent to achieve control over blood pressure in most patients. The medicine contains the active ingredient Amlodipine Besilate, which is categorized under the drug class calcium antagonists. Patients whose blood pressure levels are not adequately controlled by a single antihypertensive agent may benefit from the addition of this calcium antagonist, which has been used in conjunction with other antihypertensive agents. Those who suffer from high blood pressure, Amlodipine works by relaxing blood vessels, which allows blood to pass more quickly. Doctors may also prescribe this drug to treat some cardiovascular conditions. It also improves blood supply to the heart muscles, which makes the heart to receive more oxygen. As a result, chest pain is prevented. The medicine does not provide immediate relief of chest pain from angina pectoris.
Clinical uses of Amlodipine Besilate 5 mg
Amlodipine Besilate 5 mg oral tablets are available for the treatment of high blood pressure, coronary artery disease (COD), and angina (chest pain). The oral medication is a type of calcium channel blocker, which doctors commonly prescribe to treat people with hypertension. A doctor may also prescribe this calcium channel blocker to treat cardiovascular conditions like coronary artery disease and angina. Doctors sometimes prescribe this anti-hypertensive agent for other conditions as well.
Usage Instructions
The dosage for Amlodipine depends on the condition of the patient, and how well his or her body responds to treatment. Other factors, including age, medical history, and current health status also considered when recommending a dosage. Doctors prescribe this calcium channel blocker drug for a variety of health conditions. For treating high blood pressure, 5 mg daily is the maximum recommended dose. The dose may lower for older people with liver problems. For treating angina in adults, 5 mg once daily will help to manage their angina effectively. Those who have swallowing problems, such as older people and children should discuss with their doctors on how to take medicine.
Precautions
If you have heart issues such as narrowing of the arteries, this medicine may increase your risk of heart complications. You may witness a significant reduction in blood pressure, worsening of chest pain, or a stroke, especially after initiating the treatment or increasing your dose of the medicine. If this is the case, inform your doctor straight away. If your liver is not working correctly or you are suffering from liver disease, then this drug may put you at increased risk of side effects. In case of severe liver problems, your doctor may prescribe you a lower dose.
Side Effects
The oral medication can cause some side effects that can occur in patients using calcium channel blockers. These include mild side effects such as stomach pain, abnormal, muscle movements, fast heart rate, dizziness, nausea, tiredness, tremors, irregular heart rate, flushing, swelling of your legs or ankles. If any of these adverse effects stays for a longer duration, then consult your doctor. If they become more severe or don’t resolve within a few days or a couple of weeks, then do discuss with your doctor.
