What Happens After Missing A Dosage Of Amlodipine?

Posted on Mon, 29 Jun 2015

Question: I normally take 5mg of amlipidine every day at lunch. There is a possibility that I missed the dosage for today. Thus, I called my pharmacist who advised me to take the 5mg. Now, if I accidentally took 10mg am I in danger? YYYY@YYYY

Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Following advice...

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.

Even if you accidentally take 10 mg of amlodipine you aren't in great danger. You have only taken the maximal daily dose and you shouldn't worry about that.

Hope this was of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu

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