৳ 9/unit
Pack: ৳ 90
৳ 9/unit
Pack: ৳ 90
At a glance
Levamlodipine is a calcium channel blocker used for the treatment of hypertension in adults and pediatric patients 6 years and older. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels, reducing the risk of cardiovascular events.
Indications
- Hypertension (adults and pediatric patients ≥6 years)
Pharmacology
Levamlodipine blocks calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle, causing vasodilation, which reduces peripheral vascular resistance and lowers blood pressure. It acts more selectively on vascular smooth muscle compared to cardiac muscle.
Dosage
Adult and Elderly:
- Starting: 2.5 mg once daily (max 5 mg/day)
- Elderly or hepatic insufficiency: Start at 1.25 mg/day
- Dose adjustment: 7-14 day intervals based on blood pressure goals
Pediatric (6-17 years):
- 1.25-2.5 mg once daily (doses >2.5 mg/day not studied)
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Dyspnea
- Dizziness
- Reflex tachycardia
- Hypotension
- Abdominal pain
- Edema
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Limited data available; use only if clearly needed; consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Hypotension possible in severe aortic stenosis
- Risk of angina or MI in severe coronary artery disease
- Titrate slowly in severe hepatic impairment
- Limited pregnancy data; use only if needed
Overdose effects
Overdose may cause excessive peripheral vasodilation, severe hypotension, and reflex tachycardia; provide symptomatic treatment.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light and moisture; keep out of reach of children.