Drug reference
indapamide-amlodipine
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Drug class
Cardiovascular (Combination(CVS))
Mechanism of action
Indapamide: enhances Na, Cl and water excretion by interfering with transport of Na+ ion across renal tubular epithelium at proximal segment of distal tubule, Amlodipine: Inhibits transmembrane influx of extracellular calcium ions across membranes of myocardial cells and vascular smooth muscle cells without changing serum calcium concentrations
Common side effects
- Lightheadedness
- Dizziness
- Back pain
- Hypotension
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is indapamide-amlodipine?
indapamide-amlodipine belongs to: Cardiovascular.
How does indapamide-amlodipine work?
Indapamide: enhances Na, Cl and water excretion by interfering with transport of Na+ ion across renal tubular epithelium at proximal segment of distal tubule, Amlodipine: Inhibits transmembrane influx of extracellular calcium ions across membranes of myocardial cells and vascular smooth muscle cells without changing serum calcium concentrations
What are the common side effects of indapamide-amlodipine?
Lightheadedness, Dizziness, Back pain, Hypotension
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