Ingredient

Amlodipine Maleate

Amlodipine besylate is an antihypertensive agent that lowers blood pressure by dilating blood vessels.

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MFDS ingredient code M250983

What does it do?

Amlodipine besylate belongs to the class of calcium channel blockers and is used to relax blood vessels by acting on vascular smooth muscle. It is mainly used for the treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris and plays a role in lowering blood pressure.

Amlodipine besylate helps to relax blood vessels by blocking the influx of calcium ions into vascular muscle cells. As a result, vascular resistance decreases, leading to lowered blood pressure and reduced strain on the heart.

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Good to know

Compared to other calcium channel blockers, Amlodipine besylate has a longer duration of action and higher vascular selectivity, resulting in relatively fewer side effects. Additionally, it has a minimal impact on heart rate, making it safe for use.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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