ciclosporin (medicines that suppress the immune system)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nAmlodipine Krka may lower your blood pressure further if you are already taking other medicines for high blood pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amlodipine Krka with food, drink, and alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you are taking Amlodipine Krka, do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice can in fact lead to an increase in the amount of the active substance amlodipine in the blood, which can lead to an unpredictable increase in the blood pressure-lowering effect of Amlodipine Krka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pregnancy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe safety of amlodipine during pregnancy has not been established. If you think you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, tell your doctor before taking Amlodipine Krka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Breast-feeding<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAmlodipine passes into breast milk in small amounts. If you are breast-feeding or about to start breast-feeding, tell your doctor before taking Amlodipine Krka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Amlodipine Krka may affect your ability to drive or use machines. If you feel unwell, dizzy, or tired, or have headaches from the tablets, do not drive or use machines. Contact your doctor immediately.
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You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention. One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or side effects. Descriptions of these effects and side effects can be found in other sections. Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amlodipine Krka contains sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg) sodium per tablet, ie essentially ‘sodium-free’.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to use Amlodipine Krka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The recommended starting dose is 5 mg Amlodipine Krka daily. Dose one can be increased to 10 mg Amlodipine Krka once daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can take the medicine before or after food and drink. You should take the medicine at the same time each day with a glass of water. Do not take Amlodipine Krka with grapefruit juice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is important that you take the tablets at all times. Do not wait until the tablets run out before going to the doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use for children and adolescents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The recommended starting dose for children and adolescents (6-17 years) is 2.5 mg daily. The maximum recommended dose is 5 mg daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amlodipine Krka 2.5 mg is currently not available. A dose of 2.5 mg can be obtained by dividing Amlodipine Krka 5 mg into two equal halves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you take too many tablets, your blood pressure may be low or even dangerously low. You may feel dizzy, unsteady, faint, or weak. If the blood pressure drops low enough, you can experience shock. The skin then feels cold and moist and you can become unconscious. Seek immediate treatment if you have taken too many Amlodipine Krka tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you forget to use Amlodipine Krka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Do not worry. If you forget to take a tablet, just ignore that dose. Take the next dose at the right time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you stop using Amlodipine Krka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Your doctor will tell you how long to take your medicine. Your illness may return if you stop taking the medicine earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
See your doctor immediately if you get any of the following very rare and serious side effects after taking this medicine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- sudden wheezing, chest pain, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing<\/li>
- swelling of the eyelids, face, or lips<\/li>
- swelling of the tongue and throat that makes it very difficult to breathe<\/li>
- severe skin reactions such as severe rash, hives, redness all over the body, severe itching, blistering, skin flaking and swelling, inflamed mucous membranes ( Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis ), or other allergic reactions<\/li>
- heart attack, abnormal heart rate ( pulse )<\/li>
- inflammation of the pancreas, which can cause severe abdominal and back pain and a strong feeling of illness<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The following common side effects are<\/strong> reported. If any of these cause you problems or if they last for more than a week<\/strong>, consult your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\nVery common<\/strong>: may affect more than 1 user in 10<\/p>\n\n\n\n- edema (fluid retention)
<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nCommon:<\/strong> may affect up to 1 in 10 users<\/p>\n\n\n\n- headache, dizziness, drowsiness (especially at the beginning of treatment)<\/li>
- palpitations (you feel the heartbeat), hot flashes<\/li>
- abdominal pain, nausea<\/li>
- altered bowel habits, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion<\/li>
- fatigue, weakness<\/li>
- visual disturbances, double vision<\/li>
- muscle cramps<\/li>
- ankle swelling<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Other side effects reported are listed below. If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Uncommon:<\/strong> may affect up to 1 in 100 people<\/p>\n\n\n\n- mood swings, anxiety, depression, insomnia<\/li>
- tremors, taste change, fainting<\/li>
- numbness or tingling in the arms and legs, inability to feel pain<\/li>
- earrings<\/li>
- low blood pressure<\/li>
- sneezing \/ runny nose due to inflammation of the nasal mucosa ( rhinitis )<\/li>
- cough<\/li>
- dry mouth, vomiting<\/li>
- hair loss, increased sweating, itchy skin, red spots on the skin, skin discoloration<\/li>
- urination problems, increased need to urinate at night, increased urination frequency<\/li>
- impotence, discomfort from or enlarged breasts in men<\/li>
- pain, feeling sick<\/li>
- joint or muscle pain, back pain<\/li>
- weight gain or weight loss
<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nRare:<\/strong> may affect up to 1 in 1,000 users<\/p>\n\n\n\n- confusion
<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nVery rare:<\/strong> may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people<\/p>\n\n\n\n- decreased number of white blood cells, decreased number of platelets that can lead to bruising or bleeding easily (damage to red blood cells )<\/li>
- elevated blood sugar (hyperglycemia)<\/li>
- a nerve disorder that can cause weakness, tingling, and numbness<\/li>
- swollen gums<\/li>
- swollen abdomen ( gastritis )<\/li>
- abnormal liver function, inflammation of the liver ( hepatitis ), yellowing of the skin (jaundice), elevated liver enzymes that may affect certain medical tests<\/li>
- increased muscle tone (muscle tension)<\/li>
- inflammation of the blood vessels, often with a rash<\/li>
- photosensitivity<\/li>
- diseases that combine rigidity, tremor and\/or movement disorders
<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nHas been reported<\/strong> (occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- tremors, stiff posture, impaired facial expressions, slow movements, and trailing unbalanced gait.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency, www.lakemedelsverket.se. By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. How to store Amlodipine Krka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
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Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after \u201cEXP\u201d. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.
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Store in the original package. Sensitive to light.
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Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\nContent declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n- The active substance is amlodipine. Amlodipine Krka 5 mg tablets each<\/em> tablet contains 6.94 mg of amlodipine besylate equivalent to 5 mg of amlodipine. Amlodipine Krka 10 mg tablets<\/em> each tablet contains 13.88 mg of amlodipine besylate equivalent to 10 mg of amlodipine.<\/li>
- The other ingredients (excipients) are microcrystalline cellulose (E460), pregelatinized maize starch, sodium starch glycolate (type A), anhydrous colloidal silica (E551), and magnesium stearate (E470b). See section 2 “Amlodipine Krka contains sodium”.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Amlodipine Krka 5 mg tablets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe tablets are white, round, slightly biconvex, oblique, have a notch on one side, with a diameter of 8 mm. The tablet can be divided into two equal doses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amlodipine Krka 10 mg tablets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe tablets are white, round, slightly biconvex, oblique with a diameter of 10 mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Amlodipine Krka 5 mg and 10 mg are available in cartons of 10, 14, 20, 28, 30, 50, 56, 60, 90, 98, 100, 112, 120, 200, 250 tablets and with 100 x 1 tablet (single dose ) in blister packs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nKRKA Sverige AB, G\u00f6ta Ark 175, 118 72 Stockholm,
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Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nKRKA, dd Novo mesto, \u0160marje\u0161ka cesta 6, 8501 Novo mesto, Slovenia<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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