Amlodipine 10 mg tablets

They are used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and certain types of angina pectoris.

The tablets are taken by mouth, with the dose set by the doctor.

Composition:

Each tablet contains:

• Amlodipine besylate 13.86 mg (equivalent to amlodipine 10 mg)

Excipients: croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose.

Properties:

Amlodipine is the besylate salt of amlodipine, a long-acting calcium channel blocker.

Indications:

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Chronic stable angina pectoris
• Vasospastic angina pectoris

Storage:

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C, in a dry place, out of the reach of children.

Packaging:

• Pack of 20 tablets: a cardboard box containing 2 blisters of 10 tablets each, with a paper leaflet.