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Description
SKYDIPINE 20mg Tablets contain Amlodipine as the active ingredient.
Primary Medical Uses:
– Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
– Management of angina (chest pain) due to coronary artery disease.
– May be used to improve blood flow and reduce cardiovascular risk.
Drug Class:
– Calcium channel blocker (dihydropyridine class).
General Mechanism of Action:
– Works by relaxing and widening blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.
– This reduces the heart’s workload and helps prevent angina attacks.
Common Forms:
– Oral tablets, typically available in 5mg, 10mg, and 20mg strengths.
Dosage Instructions:
– The typical starting dose is usually 5mg once daily; dose may be increased based on clinical response.
– Maximum recommended dose is generally 10mg daily, but some specific conditions may require adjustments.
– Should be taken consistently at the same time each day with or without food.
Possible Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:
– Common side effects include swelling of ankles or feet, dizziness, flushing, headache, or palpitations.
– Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to amlodipine or other calcium channel blockers.
– Use caution with other blood pressure medications or drugs that affect heart rate.
– Not typically recommended during pregnancy unless clearly necessary under medical supervision.
SKYDIPINE 20mg Tablets are used primarily to control high blood pressure and angina by relaxing blood vessels and improving heart function.
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