Brand Name(s): Norvasc
CAS nº: 88150-42-9
(am-LOE-di-peen)
About Amlodipine
This new site is dedicated exclusively to amlodipine, also known as Norvasc®.
It provides you with the most extensive product information and up-to-date resources regarding this medication, including related news articles, medical studies, an image library and all the necessary information on dosage and side effects.
Whether you are an average consumer or a pharma industry professional, you can now find out everything you need to know about amlodipine, as well as take part in our open discussion forum by sharing your own knowledge and experiences with people who are using this medication.
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Why is this medication prescribed?
Amlodipine is a long-acting calcium channel blocker used as an anti-hypertensive, and in the treatment of angina.
As with other calcium channel blockers, amlodipine acts by relaxing the smooth muscles in the arterial wall, decreasing peripheral resistance and hence improving blood pressure. In angina it improves blood flow to the myocardium. It was developed under the direction of Dr. Simon Campbell.
Amlodipine is marketed as Norvasc®, as well as under various other names.
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