Ascivasc 5mg or 10mg Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 27 November 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of mild to moderate hypertension and angina pectoris.
Dosage (summary)
Initial dose of 5 mg once daily, may increase to 10 mg after 10-14 days.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
- CYP3A4 inducers
- Grapefruit juice
- Lithium
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to amlodipine
- Severe hypotension
- Shock
- Unstable angina
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Palpitations
- Nausea
- Ankle swelling
Counselling Points
- Take once daily
- Monitor blood pressure
- Avoid grapefruit juice
- Report any severe side effects
Serious warnings
- Caution in heart failure
- Risk of hypotension
- Gradual withdrawal recommended
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