Table 5.
Drug | Drug form | Initial dosage | Maximum dosage | Daily dose frequency |
---|---|---|---|---|
Dihydropyridine calciumchannel blockers | ||||
Amlodipine | Tab long acting (5 and 10 mg) | 2.5 mg | 10 mg | 1 |
Nifedipine | Extended release Cap (20 mg) | 30 mg | 60 mg | 1 |
Non-dihydropyridine calciumchannel blockers | ||||
Verapamil | Immediate release Tab (40 mg) | 80 mg | 320 mg | 2-3 |
Diltiazem | Immediate release Tab (60 mg) | 30 mg | 60 mg | 3 |
Extended release Tab (120 mg) | 120 mg | 540 mg | 1 |
Tab: Tablet; Cap: Capsule