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Katerzia (Amlodipine)
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Product Details
Description
Katerzia (Amlodipine) is used to treat:
- High blood pressure in adults and children who are at least 6 years old
- Coronary artery disease
- Chronic Stable Angina
- Vasospastic Angina
- Angiographically Documented Coronary Artery Disease in patients who do not have heart failure or an ejection fraction less than 40%
Fact Table
Formula
C20H25ClN2O5
License
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), US DailyMed EU EMA
Bioavailability
64–90%
Legal status
Rx-Only
Chemical Name
Amlodipine
Elimination half-life
30–50 hours
Dosage (Strength)
1mg / ml 150 ml
Pregnancy
Amlodipine can be used in pregnancy
Brands
Katerzia
Protein binding
93%
PubChem CID
2162
MedlinePlus
a692044
ChEBI
2668
ATC code
C08CA01
DrugBank
DB00381
KEGG
D07450
Routes of administration
oral suspension
Directions
Katerzia (Amlodipine) is available in a 1 mg/mL oral suspension.
You will use a measuring device to measure out your dose in milliliters. Follow the instructions that are on your prescription label.
Recommended starting dose in adults: 5 mg by mouth once daily. Do not exceed 10 mg once daily. The starting dose may be 2.5 mg in patients who are small or elderly or in patients who have liver problems.
Recommended starting dose in pediatric patients: 2.5 mg to 5 mg by mouth once daily.
Ingredients
The active ingredient contained in Katerzia is Amlodipine Benzoate, a calcium channel blocker.
Contraindications
Do not take Katerzia if you are allergic to amlodipine or any of the other ingredients in Katerzia.
Cautions
- Before you start taking Katerzia, inform your doctor:
- Of any allergies you have
- Of all the medications you take, including prescription and over-the-counter
- Of any health conditions you have
- If you are pregnant or have plans to become pregnant
- If you are breastfeeding or have plans to breastfeed
- Katerzia can cause low blood pressure.
- Katerzia can worsen chest pain and can cause an acute heart attack can occur after starting or increasing the dose of Katerzia, especially in patients who have severe obstructive coronary artery disease
- Katerzia should be stored in the refrigerator. Do not freeze.
Side Effects
Katerzia can cause drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, and nausea.
Tell your doctor right away if you develop troublesome or persistent side effects.
Reference:
Katerzia Prescribing Information. Wilmington, MA: Azurity Pharmaceuticals; 2020.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 13611
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