Evask Tablet (Amlodipine Besylate)

Adult dose

Administer 5 mg once daily orally as amlodipine, with a maximum dose of 10 mg per day adjusted according to patient response. Adjustments should be made according to age and symptoms.

This drug should not be used in certain patients. For instance, it should not be administered to those who are allergic to this drug or other medications of similar classes, nursing women, patients with severe liver dysfunction, severe aortic stenosis, or those in a state of shock. It should also be used with caution in patients with severe hypotension, those requiring dialysis for renal failure, elderly individuals, and pregnant women or those who may become pregnant. Various side effects can occur when taking this medication. The most common side effects include flushing, fatigue, swelling, palpitations, dizziness, headache, drowsiness, abdominal pain, and nausea. Rarely, it may cause excessively low blood pressure, vasculitis, neurological abnormalities, erectile dysfunction, gynecomastia, digestive issues, weight changes, cough, skin rash, etc. If any unusual symptoms appear, it is essential to consult medical personnel immediately. Patients with heart disease or poor liver function should exercise special caution when using this drug, and blood pressure may decrease slowly even after discontinuation, so if used with other antihypertensive medications, follow medical guidance. This drug is known not to significantly impair driving or machine operation abilities, but caution is needed as it may vary by individual. There may be interactions when taken with other medications, so if currently taking other medications, it is essential to inform medical personnel. Specifically, taking it with grapefruit juice may lead to excessive blood pressure-lowering effects and is not recommended. Pregnant or nursing women should use this drug only cautiously when necessary, and it is advisable to discontinue breastfeeding. This medication is only to be used in children aged 6 years and older, as its efficacy has not been confirmed in children under 6. In cases of overdose, severe hypotension and rapid heartbeat may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment and appropriate action as directed by medical personnel.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• difficulty breathing
• yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
• profound lethargy
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• angioedema
• erythema multiforme
• hepatitis
• jaundice

Mild side effects

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

This medication must be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it should be kept at room temperature, which is not too hot or too cold, preferably between 1°C to 30°C.

Appearance

White octagonal tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle