What is the recommended starting dose of amlodipine for treating hypertension in adults?

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Abstract

The recommended starting dose of amlodipine for adult hypertension is typically 5 mg once daily, with lower doses considered for certain patient groups, and a maximum of 10 mg per day.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies Clinical practice guidelines implementation Cardiovascular Health and Disease Prevention

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
11 February 2026
Language
EN