Amlodipine besylate is a white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of 567.1. It is slightly soluble in water and sparingly soluble in ethanol. Amlodipine/benazepril, marketed as Lotrel among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure. It is a combination of amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker and benazepril, a angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor. It may be used if a single agent is not sufficient. It is taken by mouth. Find a comprehensive guide to possible side effects including common and rare side effects when taking Norvasc (Amlodipine Besylate) for healthcare professionals and consumers. Amlodipine Besylate reference guide for safe and effective use from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (AHFS DI). Amlodipine is a drug that is used for treating high blood pressure, certain types of angina, and coronary heart failure. The drug works by slowing down the rate at which calcium moves to your heart and blood vessel walls, allowing better blood flow. Amlodipine besylate (Norvasc ®) is a prescription medicine approved for the treatment of blood pressure and heart disease. Although most people respond well to amlodipine, alternatives are available if your condition does not improve or if you develop bothersome side effects. Le bésylate d'amlodipine est un antagoniste des canaux calciques de type L (responsables de la contraction des muscles lisses) à longue action, utilisé comme antihypertenseur et pour le traitement de l'angine de poitrine (voir Inhibiteur calcique). Sous quelles formes ce médicament se présente-t-il ? 2,5 mg Chaque comprimé de couleur blanche ou blanc cassé, oblong, biseauté, portant l'inscription « 2.5 » sur une face, contient du bésylate d'amlodipine équivalant à 2,5 mg d'amlodipine. Although rare, amlodipine overdose toxicity can result in widening of blood vessels, severe low blood pressure, and fast heart rate. Toxicity is generally managed with fluid replacement monitoring ECG results, vital signs, respiratory system function, glucose levels, kidney function, electrolyte levels, and urine output. 2.5 mg Tablets Amlodipine Besylate Tablets USP, 2.5 mg (Amlodipine besylate USP equivalent to 2.5 mg of Amlodipine per tablet) are supplied as white, round, flat face beveled edge tablets debossed on one side and “20” on the other side and supplied as follows.