Eurydipine Tablets (Amlodipine Besilate)

Adult dose

For Amlodipine, take 5 mg orally once daily; the dose may be increased up to a maximum of 10 mg per day based on the patient's response. Adjust dosage appropriately according to age and symptoms.

This drug should not be used in certain patients. For example, individuals who have had an allergy to this drug or similar medications, nursing women, those with severe liver dysfunction, patients with severe aortic stenosis, and individuals in shock should not take this drug. Moreover, it should be used cautiously in patients with severe hypotension, those requiring kidney dialysis, elderly patients, and women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Generally, this drug is well tolerated, but side effects such as flushing, fatigue, edema, palpitations, dizziness, headache, drowsiness, abdominal pain, and nausea may occur. Rarely, hypotension, vasculitis, neurological disorders, erectile dysfunction, dry mouth, skin rash, and liver dysfunction have been reported. Patients with heart failure or impaired liver function should be particularly careful when administering this drug, and since the effects of this drug manifest slowly, it is unsuitable for emergency situations. This drug can interact with several medications, so it is essential to inform your healthcare provider of any other medications you are taking. Particularly, taking this drug with grapefruit juice may enhance the blood pressure-lowering effect, so caution is advised. Women who are pregnant or nursing should avoid using this drug whenever possible or consult a doctor before making a decision as its safety has not been established. In children, efficacy has been confirmed only for those aged 6 years or older, and it is advisable not to use it in children under 6 years old. In case of overdose, severe hypotension and tachycardia may occur, so immediate medical assistance should be sought, and cardiac and respiratory functions should be monitored closely. It is generally possible to drive or operate machinery while taking this drug, but caution is necessary if symptoms such as dizziness or drowsiness occur.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• yellowing of the liver (jaundice)
• peeling skin
• severe allergic reactions
• severe skin adverse reactions

Mild side effects

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

This drug may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is advisable to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage can safely maintain the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance

White octagonal tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle