amlodipine

/æmˈloʊdɪpiːn/ Mechanism of action Blocks L-type calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle, causing peripheral arterial vasodilation. Reduces systemic vascular resistance and blood pressure. Has minimal effect on cardiac contractility or AV conduction at therapeutic doses (unlike non-DHPs verapamil/diltiazem). Also dilates coronary arteries (anti-anginal effect) \\[1\\]. Standard dosing -/

International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).

Generic name: amlodipine

Brand names: Norvasc, Katerzia (oral suspension)

Therapeutic class: Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker (DHP CCB)

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