What are the effects of amlodipine extended-release tablets?

Amlodipine does not have a slow-release tablet type, the more commonly used drug is amlodipine benzenesulfonate tablets, which can be used for lowering blood pressure and treating coronary heart disease. 1. Lowering blood pressure: Amlodipine tablets are a kind of calcium antagonist, which can inhibit the transmembrane transport of calcium ions, which is conducive to the diastole of the smooth muscle of blood vessels, thus lowering the resistance of peripheral blood vessels, and play a role in lowering blood pressure. 2. Treatment of coronary heart disease: amlodipine has the effect of dilating peripheral small arteries and coronary arteries, which can alleviate coronary artery spasm, reduce the pressure load of the heart, reduce myocardial oxygen consumption, and help to alleviate the symptoms of angina pectoris. Amlodipine tablets may appear after taking edema, palpitations (rapid heartbeat, often accompanied by panic), skin rash and other adverse reactions, patients allergic to amlodipine is prohibited. It is recommended that patients take the drug under the guidance of a physician, adverse reactions after taking the drug is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner, and follow the doctor’s instructions for related treatment.