Novak 5 mg Tablets (Amlodipine Besilate)

Adult dose

Adults: Take 5 mg orally once daily as Amlodipine, and the dose may be increased to a maximum of 10 mg daily depending on the patient's response. Adjust according to age and symptoms.

It is very important not to use this medication in certain patients. For example, it should not be administered to patients who have had allergic reactions to this medication or similar drugs, nursing mothers, patients with severe liver impairment, patients with severe aortic stenosis, and patients in a state of shock. Additionally, it should be used cautiously in patients with severe hypotension, those who require dialysis for renal failure, elderly patients, and women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Common side effects that may occur while taking this medication include facial flushing, fatigue, swelling, palpitations, dizziness, headache, drowsiness, abdominal pain, and nausea. Rarely, there may be various adverse reactions such as excessively low blood pressure, vasculitis, neurological symptoms, sexual dysfunction, gastrointestinal problems, elevated blood sugar, muscle pain, and skin rashes; therefore, if symptoms are severe, immediate consultation with medical personnel is necessary. Patients with heart failure or liver impairment may be more sensitive to the effects and side effects of this medication, requiring dosage adjustments and careful monitoring. This medication's effects appear gradually, so it is not suitable for emergency situations like acute angina, and it is known not to significantly affect the ability to drive or operate machinery. There may be interactions when taken with other medications, particularly grapefruit juice, certain antibiotics, antihypertensives, immunosuppressants, etc. Therefore, caution is required. Safety has not been established in pregnant women, so it should only be used when necessary, and it is recommended to stop breastfeeding if nursing. Use is recommended only for children aged 6 years and older; safety and efficacy have not been established in younger children. In case of overdose, severe hypotension and rapid heartbeat may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment, and this medication is not removed by dialysis, necessitating specialized care. This medication is considered to have low potential for carcinogenic or mutagenic effects, with no significant issues reported with long-term use. Therefore, when taking this medication, it is essential to follow the instructions of your doctor or pharmacist, and it is important to consult a professional immediately if any unusual symptoms occur.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• difficulty breathing
• respiratory distress
• angioedema
• jaundice
• hepatitis
• severe swelling
• non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema.

Mild side effects

• Flushing
• fatigue
• swelling
• palpitations
• dizziness
• headache
• drowsiness
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• weakness

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure and kept at room temperature, between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance

White octagonal tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle