Amlodipine 5mg & 10mg PD Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 19 February 2026
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Used to treat hypertension and angina pectoris.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: Start with 5 mg once daily, may increase to 10 mg. Elderly: Same as adults. Kidney issues: Normal dose; consult for dialysis. Liver issues: May require lower starting dose.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Grapefruit juice
- Ritonavir
- Ketoconazole
- Simvastatin
- Lithium
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to amlodipine
- Cardiogenic shock
- Recent heart attack
- Unstable angina
- Severe hypotension
- Aortic stenosis
Common side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Flushing
- Swelling
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Take at the same time daily
- Avoid grapefruit juice
- Do not stop without consulting a doctor
- May cause dizziness; avoid driving until effects are known
Serious warnings
- May cause severe allergic reactions
- Monitor for hypotension
- Risk of worsening chest pain if stopped suddenly
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