Kangdong launches S-amlodipine preparations

Kwandong Pharm has launched S-amlodipine besylate (3.74 mg) to expand its share in domestic hypertensive drug market.

S-amlodipine is a long-acting calcium channel blocker (dihydropyridine class) used as an antihypertensive and in the treatment of angina.

Like other calcium channel blockers, S-amlodipine acts by relaxing the smooth muscle in the arterial wall, decreasing peripheral resist...