Amlate Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 28 July 2017
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of angina pectoris and mild-to-moderate hypertension.
Dosage (summary)
Initial dose 5 mg once daily, may increase to 10 mg after 10-14 days.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 6-12 hours, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Grapefruit juice
- Tacrolimus
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to amlodipine
- Severe hypotension
- Shock
- Aortic stenosis
- Heart failure after myocardial infarction
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Palpitations
- Nausea
- Oedema
Counselling Points
- Monitor for dizziness or fatigue
- Avoid grapefruit juice
- Gradual dose reduction recommended upon discontinuation
Serious warnings
- Caution in hypertensive crisis
- Risk of increased angina or myocardial infarction
- Caution in heart failure
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