Manufacturer: Cipla, India
Pharmaceutical name: Amlodipine Besylate
Pack: 15 pills (2.5 mg)
Amlopres contains the active ingredient Amlodipine Besilate. It is a potent medication used for managing hypertension and angina.
Amlodipine besylate acts as a strong calcium channel blocker. It functions by decreasing the amount of calcium that enters the smooth muscles of the heart and blood vessels, leading to relaxation of the muscle cells, which require calcium for contraction. This results in the dilation of blood vessels, thereby enhancing the delivery of oxygen and blood to the heart muscles.
The suggested oral dosage of Amlopres for hypertension is 5 to 10 mg once daily, with a maximum allowable dose of 10 mg once daily.
The side effects of Amlopres are generally mild or typical adverse effects associated with any medication or treatment. Some common side effects that may occur after taking Amlopres include dizziness, difficulty breathing, nausea or vomiting, abdominal pain, irregular heartbeat, chest discomfort or a sensation of heaviness, heaviness in the legs, and/or a general feeling of being unwell. Therefore, it is important to notify your doctor immediately if any of these side effects are bothersome.