Drug of the Day 7 : AMLODIPINE
Category: Calcium Channel Blocker (CCB – Dihydropyridine) Used For: Hypertension, Angina Ideal For: B.Pharm, D.Pharm, Pharm.D Quick Intro (Engaging) Ever wondered why doctors prefer Amlodipine for long-term BP control? Because it works slowly but steadily — keeping blood pressure stable for 24 hours with just one daily dose ! 🧬 Pharmacological Class Calcium Channel Blocker (CCB) Dihydropyridine group Causes relaxation of blood vessels 💊 Mechanism of Action (Very Simple) Amlodipine blocks L-type calcium channels → less calcium enters smooth muscles → vessels relax → blood pressure drops. 🫀 Result: Blood flows easily Heart workload decreases Chest pain (angina) reduces 🩺 Indications ✔ Hypertension (High BP) ✔ Chronic Stable Angina ✔ Vasospastic Angina ✔ Can be used in diabetes & asthma patients (safe option) 💵 Common Brand Names Amlopres Stamlo Amlovas Amlodac (Students always ask this in viva!) 💊 Dose 5 mg once dai...