Drug Details
Therapeutic Class:
Calcium channel blockers (CCBs) and angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARBs)
Forms:
Tablet
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
Amlodipine Valsartan (Exforge) Drug Class
Amlodipine (am-loe-deh-peen) belongs to a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers. Valsartan (val-sahr-tan) belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor blockers or ARBs.
Amlodipine Valsartan (Exforge) Age Range
Amlodipine valsartan is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this combination medication have not been established in pediatric patients under 18 years of age.
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