Overview Of Amlodipine

Amlodipine is a prescription medication that belongs to a class of medicines called calcium channel blockers. This medication is approved for patients who are six years old and older. It can be taken as an oral tablet. Amlodipine is also available as an oral suspension (liquid). Tablets come in doses between 2.5 to ten milligrams, and the oral suspension contains one milligram of medication per milliliter. Most individuals who use amlodipine need to take it daily. Life-long use is typically necessary when this medicine is used to treat high blood pressure. Doctors generally recommend using this drug in combination with a reduced-calorie diet and a physical activity program.