Calvasc 5 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 5.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 150.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 50.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Amlodipine besilate |
| Company | Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Calvasc Tablets 5mg
Categories
- Hypertension Medication
- Antianginal Agents
Description
- Amlodipine-based medication for essential hypertension and angina pectoris treatment
Dosage Form
- Tablets
Dosage Strengths
- 5mg
- 10mg
Usual Dosage for Hypertension
- 5mg once daily
Maximum Dosage for Hypertension
- 10mg once daily
Dosage for Angina
- 5-10mg, most patients require 10mg
Administration
- May be taken without regard to meals
Pharmacological Class
- Dihydropyridine Calcium-Channel Blocker
Mechanism of Action
- Vasodilation
- Reduced peripheral resistance
- Increased coronary blood flow
Drug Interactions
- Avoid combination with p-blockers in patients with markedly impaired cardiac function
Interactions with Other Drugs
- Digoxin
- Cimetidine
- Warfarin
Adverse Effects
- Dizziness
- Flushing
- Headache
- Hypotension
- Peripheral edema
Serious Adverse Effects
- Excessive fall in blood pressure
- Cerebral or myocardial ischemia
Common Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Increased micturition frequency
- Lethargy
Pregnancy Category
- Category C
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to dihydropyridine derivatives
- Pregnant women
Special Populations
- Children aged 6-17 years
- Elderly patients
- Patients with renal impairment
Warnings
- Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment
- During pregnancy and breastfeeding
Overdose Symptoms
- Excessive peripheral vasodilation
- Reflex tachycardia
- Systemic hypotension
Overdose Management
- Active cardiovascular support
- Elevation of extremities
- Intravenous calcium gluconate
Storage Instructions
- Cool & dry place
- Protected from light
Drug Class
- Calcium-Channel Blockers