Amlodipine

Amlodipine relaxes the muscles of your heart and blood vessels, lowering blood pressure and improving blood flow.

Dosage by Body Weight

In children, it is used for hypertension under specialist guidance. It is not an infant weight-based medicine in routine WHO emergency tables.

Weight-based dosage tracking table for Amlodipine, including body weight, dose, frequency, and tracking notes.
Body Weight	Dose	Frequency	Tracking Notes
Children 6-17 years	2.5 mg to 5 mg	Once daily	Doses exceeding 5 mg haven't been widely studied in pediatric patients.

Tablet

Calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and chest pain (angina).

Amlodipine is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:

Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.

CAUTION

Alcohol can further lower blood pressure and increase dizziness while taking amlodipine. Avoid or limit alcohol and rise slowly from sitting.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Amlodipine should be used in pregnancy only when prescribed after weighing benefits and risks for blood pressure control.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Amlodipine can pass into breast milk in small amounts. Use while breastfeeding only under healthcare provider guidance.

CAUTION

Amlodipine may cause dizziness, flushing, or tiredness, especially after starting or increasing the dose. Avoid driving if affected.

CAUTION

Amlodipine is processed by the liver and may require lower starting doses or monitoring in liver disease.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Amlodipine is generally considered safe in kidney disease, but blood pressure and swelling should be monitored.