All articles tagged with #amlodipine
Crescent Pharma recalls Ramipril 5 mg capsules (batch GR164099) after a manufacturing error could have led to cartons containing Amlodipine instead of Ramipril. The MHRA urges patients to check packaging and return affected packs; the risk from having taken the wrong drug is low, but dizziness or other side effects should prompt medical advice, and pharmacies should remove the batch from stock.
New research conducted by the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Glasgow University in Scotland has found that amlodipine, a commonly prescribed medication for hypertension, is safe and effective. The study refutes previous concerns about the drug's safety and concludes that the benefits of amlodipine outweigh any potential risks. The research clarifies the role of amlodipine in treating hypertension and reaffirms its status as a useful tool for managing the condition. The study also highlights the importance of combining basic science and epidemiological analysis to gain a comprehensive understanding of drug safety and efficacy.
A new study published in the journal Function has found that amlodipine, a commonly prescribed drug for treating hypertension, is not dangerous for patients. Concerns had been raised about the drug's potential risks, but the study's authors discovered that amlodipine does not activate calcium channels as previously thought. The researchers concluded that amlodipine should remain a first-line treatment for high blood pressure, as removing it could lead to a significant increase in deaths from hypertension.