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Amlodipine Besilate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: AMLODIPINE

Strength: 1 mg/ml | Form: Oral Solution (Sugar-Free)

Price in UAE: AED 498.45

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Amlodipine Besilate

Class: | Calcium channel blocker Use: | Treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris Adult dose: | 5-10 mg once daily; maximum dose is 10 mg per day Pediatric dose: | Not established for children under 6 years; for children 6-17 years, 2.5-5 mg once daily Side effects: | Swelling (edema), dizziness, flushing, palpitations, fatigue, abdominal pain Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to amlodipine or any component of the formulation; severe hypotension; shock (cardiogenic or septic)

Drug Class

Calcium channel blocker

Uses & Indications

Treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Rosemont Pharmaceuticals Ltd., UNITED KINGDOM

Package Size

150ml Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 498.45

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

5-10 mg once daily; maximum dose is 10 mg per day

Pediatric Dose

Not established for children under 6 years; for children 6-17 years, 2.5-5 mg once daily

Side Effects

Swelling (edema), dizziness, flushing, palpitations, fatigue, abdominal pain

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to amlodipine or any component of the formulation; severe hypotension; shock (cardiogenic or septic)

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment; may cause hypotension; monitor blood pressure regularly; not recommended for use in patients with aortic stenosis or heart failure due to severe left ventricular outflow obstruction

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Amlodipine Besilate available in UAE pharmacies:

ACT 10 mg Capsules ACT 10 mg Tablets ACT 5 mg Capsules ACT 5 mg Tablets AGEN ZENTIVA 5 mg Capsules AMLO 10 mg Tablets AMLO 5 mg Tablets AMLOCARD 5 mg Tablets AMLODAR 10 mg Capsules AMLODAR 5 mg Capsules

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See also: Other Calcium channel blocker medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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