Actavis Malta
Amlo
Generic Name:
Amlodipine
Active Ingredient:
Amlodipine besylate equivalent to Amlodipine 5mg, 10mg
Group:
Cardiovascular System
Subgroup:
Calcium antagonists
ATC code:
C08C A01
Application:
Oral administration
Dosage Form and Strength:
Pack of 30 tablets in amber coloured glass tablet containers with a white sealed plastic cap
Description:
Amlo is a calcium blocking agent, dihydropyridine variant with a long half-life. Amlo reduces the inflow of calcium ions into myocardial cells and vascular smooth muscle. It reduces blood pressure due to direct relaxing effects on vascular smooth muscle. Dilatation of arteries and coronary arteries relieves angina pectoris.
SPC document
Amlo SPC
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