Norvasc 5mg Tablets – 30 Count
Product Overview
Norvasc 5mg is a prescription medication containing Amlodipine Besylate, a long-acting calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and chronic stable angina (chest pain). By relaxing blood vessels, it improves blood flow and reduces the workload on the heart.
Regular use of Norvasc helps in lowering the risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems caused by elevated blood pressure.
Key Features
- Active Ingredient: Amlodipine Besylate equivalent to 5mg Amlodipine
- Form: Oral tablets
- Strength: 5mg
- Pack Size: 30 tablets
- Drug Class: Calcium Channel Blocker (Dihydropyridine class)
Ingredients
- Amlodipine Besylate (5mg)
- Microcrystalline cellulose
- Calcium phosphate
- Sodium starch glycolate
- Magnesium stearate
- Purified water (during manufacturing)
Indications
- Treatment of essential hypertension
- Management of chronic stable angina
- Vasospastic (Prinzmetal’s) angina
- Prevention of cardiovascular complications in at-risk patients
Benefits
- Lowers high blood pressure to reduce stroke and heart attack risk
- Relieves chest pain and improves exercise tolerance
- Once-daily dosing with long-lasting 24-hour effect
- Well-tolerated in most patients
How to Use
- Take one tablet daily at the same time each day
- Can be taken with or without food
- Swallow whole with water – do not crush or chew
- Follow your doctor’s prescription for dosage and duration
Precautions
- Use with caution in patients with liver impairment
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other medications
- May cause dizziness – avoid driving or operating machinery until effects are known
Side Effects
- Common: Swelling of hands/feet (edema), dizziness, flushing, fatigue
- Less common: Palpitations, abdominal pain, nausea
Storage
- Store at room temperature (below 30°C)
- Keep in original packaging to protect from moisture and light
- Keep out of reach of children