Amlodipin Krka
Amlodipin Krka is used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina).
Form
tabletti
Strength
10 mg
Active Ingredient
Amlodipine besylate
Manufacturer
KRKA d.d. Novo mesto
How to Use
Dosage
The usual starting dose is 5 mg once a day. The dose may be increased to 10 mg once a day.
Method
Take the medicine at the same time each day with water, with or without food. Do not take with grapefruit juice.
Important
The maximum recommended dose is 10 mg daily.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache, dizziness, sleepiness (especially at the beginning of treatment)
- •Palpitations, flushing
- •Abdominal pain, nausea
- •Changes in bowel habits, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion
- •Tiredness, weakness
- •Visual disturbance, double vision
- •Muscle cramps
- •Swelling of ankles
RARE
- •Confusion
Important Warnings
- Talk to your doctor before taking Amlodipin Krka if you have recently had a heart attack, heart failure, a severe increase in blood pressure, liver disease, or are elderly and your dose needs to be increased.
- Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while taking Amlodipin Krka.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. Significant adverse effects include ankle oedema and orthostatic hypotension. Consider potential interactions. Avoid grapefruit. (updated 17.2.2025)