Amlopin 5 mg (Amlodipine Maleate)

Adult dose

As Amlodipine, take 5 mg orally once daily. If symptoms do not improve within 2 to 4 weeks, the dosage may be increased up to a maximum of 10 mg daily, depending on patient response. Adjust the dosage appropriately based on symptoms.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For example, it should not be used by those who are allergic to this medication or its ingredients, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients with severe heart problems or liver dysfunction. Additionally, patients with very poor kidney function, the elderly, and those with acute heart failure need to take special precautions when using this medication. Various side effects may occur while taking this medication. The most common side effects include facial flushing or warmth sensations, fatigue, swelling, feeling of rapid heartbeat, dizziness, headache, and indigestion. Rarely, blood pressure may drop too low, and skin rashes, liver function abnormalities, and allergic reactions may occur, so if any abnormal symptoms appear, consult a healthcare professional immediately. Discontinuing this medication suddenly may worsen symptoms; hence, patients should avoid stopping it arbitrarily without a doctor's advice. Patients with heart failure or poor liver function must adjust the dosage of this medication and monitor their condition closely. Take this medication with plenty of water, and be cautious during hazardous activities such as working at heights or driving due to the possibility of dizziness from low blood pressure. This medication may interact with various other drugs, so if you are taking other medications, it is essential to inform your healthcare provider. Especially, taking it with grapefruit juice can amplify its effects, so it is advisable to avoid this combination. The safety of this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding has not been established, so consultation with a doctor is mandatory before taking it. Its safety in children has also not been confirmed, so it is preferable to avoid use in children. For the elderly, physical functions may be weakened, and the drug's effects can be more pronounced, so start with a lower dose and use it cautiously. In case of overdose, severe hypotension, cardiac abnormalities, shock, etc., may occur, so it is crucial to visit a medical facility immediately for appropriate treatment. Store this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, toxic epidermal necrolysis, rash, itching, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, jaundice, clinical symptoms of liver dysfunction (weakness, anorexia, prolonged nausea), severe swelling, difficulty breathing, dyspnea, rhinitis, nosebleed, severe allergic reactions, severe skin adverse reactions, cardiogenic shock, myocardial infarction, arrhythmia, worsening of heart failure, increased blood pressure, confusion due to blood pressure drop, shock

Mild side effects

• Flushing with warmth
• fatigue
• swelling
• palpitations
• dizziness
• headache
• migraine
• weakness
• nausea
• indigestion

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a light-resistant container. Also, avoid extremely hot or cold places; it is best to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

White or yellowish octagonal tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP packaging x 3], 30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle