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27202
Amlodipine Besylate Tablet Rx
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Amlodipine Besylate Tablet Description
Amlodipine Besylate is a calcium channel blocker. Calcium helps contract blood vessels. Blocking calcium allows amlodipine to widen and relax the vessels. It treats chest pain (angina) and high blood pressure.
* Sold per tablet
Which animals/pets is Amlodipine Besylate Tablet for?
For use in cats and dogs.
Amlodipine Besylate Tablet uses
Amlodipine Besylate treats chest pain or high blood pressure.
What does Amlodipine Besylate Tablet do?
Amlodipine blocks calcium, which widens and relaxes blood vessels.
Amlodipine Besylate Tablet side effects
Infrequently, the following adverse reactions have been reported in cats:
- Weight loss
- Increased heart rate
- Lethargy
- Drop in levels of blood potassium
- Elevated renal blood parameters
Amlodipine Besylate Tablet ingredients
amlodipine besylate
Amlodipine Besylate Tablet overdose: What to do?
Contact your closest animal hospital.
What to know before using Amlodipine Besylate Tablet
- Do not administer to animals with liver disease.
- Do not administer to lactating or pregnant females.
- Do not administer to breeding pets.
- Closely follow your veterinarian's treatment instructions.
- This medication depresses impulse formation and conduction velocity in cardiac muscle (negative inotropic). Use with caution in animals with cardiac shock or heart failure.
- Overdose typically results in bradycardia and profound hypotension. If promptly recognized, gut emptying is recommended.
How is Amlodipine Besylate Tablet sold?
Sold by the tablet in 2.5 mg, 5 mg, or 10 mg strengths.
Manufacturer
ALKEM LABORATORIES, UNICHEM LABORATORIES LTD., Cipla, Camber or other generic brand
Tips for using Amlodipine Besylate Tablet
Carefully administer this medication in the frequency and manner your veterinarian prescribes. If a dose is missed, it can lead to a sudden increase in blood pressure. This sudden spike can lead to blindness, kidney damage, or seizures. Do not double the next dose. Administer the missed dose as soon as possible, unless it is time for the next dose. In this case, skip the missed dose and resume the regular schedule. Never administer two doses at once.
Overview
Use as prescribed by your vet.
Main Ingredients
amlodipine besylate
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