Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) summary
The
full CMI on the next page has more details. If you are worried about taking this medicine,
speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
1. Why am I taking NORDIP?
NORDIP contains the active ingredient amlodipine besilate. NORDIP is used to lower
high blood pressure and treat angina pectoris (chest pain due to the heart not getting
enough oxygen).
2. What should I know before I take NORDIP?
Do not take if you have ever had an allergic reaction to NORDIP or any of the ingredients
listed at the end of the CMI.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines,
or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Some medicines may interfere with NORDIP and affect how it works.
4. How do I take NORDIP?
The usual dose of NORDIP is 5 mg each day. Your doctor may increase this to 10 mg
each day.
You must take NORDIP every day. Continue taking it for as long as your doctor tells
you.
Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.
5. What should I know while take NORDIP?
Things you should do
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Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are taking NORDIP.
Keep all your doctor's appointments so that your progress can be checked.
Tell your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking NORDIP.
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Things you should not do
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Do not take NORDIP to treat any other conditions unless your doctor tells you to.
Do not give this medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as
you.
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Things to be careful of
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Avoid eating large quantities of grapefruit or drinking large quantities of grapefruit
juice.
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Driving or using machines
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Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how NORDIP
affects you. NORDIP may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people.
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Looking after your medicine
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Keep your tablets in the pack it is time to take them.
Keep NORDIP in a cool dry place, away from moisture, heat, or sunlight where the temperature
stays below 25°C.
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6. Are there any side effects?
Common side effects of NORDIP include headache, dizziness, flushing, tiredness, drowsiness
or sleepiness, or stomach pain or nausea. Serious side effects may also occur while
taking NORDIP. Serious side effects include fast or irregular heart beats; chest pain
(which may or may not be associated with exertion (angina) that lasts longer, is more
severe or occurs more often); shortness of breath; symptoms of allergy (such as skin
rash and/or itching); and severe upper stomach pain, often with nausea and vomiting.
This is not a complete list of all possible side effects. For more information, including
what to do if you have any side effects, see Section
6. Are there any side effects? in the full CMI.
Active ingredient(s):
amlodipine besilate
Full Consumer Medicine Information (CMI)
This leaflet provides important information about taking NORDIP. You should also speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you would like further information
or if you have any concerns or questions about taking NORDIP.
Where to find information in this leaflet:
1. Why am I taking NORDIP?
NORDIP contains the active ingredient amlodipine besilate ingredient. NORDIP belongs to a group of medicines called calcium channel blockers or calcium
ion antagonists. They work by widening your blood vessels, making it easier for your
heart to pump blood around the body and help increase the supply of blood and oxygen
to your heart. Calcium channel blockers do not change the amount of calcium in your
blood or bones.
NORDIP is used to:
lower high blood pressure (hypertension).
There are usually no symptoms of hypertension. The only way of knowing that you have
hypertension is to have your blood pressure checked on a regular basis. If high blood
pressure is not treated it can lead to serious health problems.
treat angina pectoris.
Angina is a pain or uncomfortable feeling in the chest, often spreading to the arms
or neck, and sometimes to the shoulders and back. The pain of angina is due to a shortage
of oxygen to the heart.
NORDIP is NOT for the relief of a sudden attack of angina. Your doctor will give you
other medication to treat this.
Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why NORDIP has been prescribed for
you.
Your doctor may have prescribed it for another reason.
2. What should I know before I take NORDIP?
Warnings
Do not take NORDIP if:
you are allergic to amlodipine, other calcium channel blockers (e.g. felodipine, nifedipine
or lercanidipine), or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet.
Some of the symptoms of an allergic reaction may include:
shortness of breath
wheezing or difficulty breathing
swelling of the face, lips, tongue or other parts of the body
rash, itching or hives on the skin.
Always check the ingredients to make sure you can take this medicine. Check with your
doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.
the expiry date on the pack has passed, or the package is torn or shows signs of tampering.
If it has expired or is damaged, return it to your pharmacist for disposal.
If you are not sure whether you should start taking this medicine, talk to your doctor.
Check with your doctor if you:
have or have had any of the following medical conditions:
heart problems, including heart failure
liver problems
Take any medicines for any other condition.
have allergies to any other medicines, or any other substances, such as foods, preservatives
or dyes.
During treatment, you may be at risk of developing certain side effects. It is important
you understand these risks and how to monitor for them. See additional information
under Section
6. Are there any side effects?
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant.
This medicine may affect your developing baby if you take it during pregnancy. Your
doctor can discuss with you the risks and benefits involved.
Do not breast-feed if you are taking this medicine.
The active ingredient in NORDIP passes into breast milk. Your baby may be affected.
Talk to your doctor if you are breastfeeding or intend to breastfeed.
If you have not told your doctor about any of the above, tell him/her before you start
taking NORDIP.
Use in children
There is not enough information to recommend the use of this medicine in children.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including any
medicines, vitamins or supplements that you buy without a prescription from your pharmacy,
supermarket or health food shop.
Some medicines may interfere with NORDIP and affect how it works. Tell your doctor
or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following:
other medicines used to treat angina, such as diltiazem
some antibiotics, such as erythromycin, clarithromycin or rifampicin
some antifungals such as ketoconazole or itraconazole
anti-proteases, medicines used to treat HIV infection, such as ritonavir
simvastatin, a medicine used to lower cholesterol
ciclosporin, tacrolimus, sirolimus or everolimus, medicines used to suppress the immune
system
temsirolimus, a medicine used to treat kidney cancer
St John's Wort
You may need different amounts of your medicines, or you may need to take different
medicines. Your doctor will advise you.
Your doctor and pharmacist have more information on medicines to be careful with or
avoid while taking NORDIP.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure about what medicines, vitamins
or supplements you are taking and if these affect NORDIP.
4. How do I take NORDIP?
Take NORDIP exactly as your doctor has prescribed.
Follow all directions given to you by your doctor or pharmacist carefully.
They may differ from the information contained in this leaflet.
If you do not understand the instructions on the box ask your doctor or pharmacist
for help.
How much to take
The usual dose of NORDIP is one 5 mg tablet each day. Your doctor may increase this
to one 10 mg tablet each day.
Your doctor may prescribe another dose of NORDIP depending on your condition and how
you respond to this medicine.
When to take NORDIP
Take your medicine at about the same time each day, either morning or evening.
Taking it at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you
remember when to take it.
NORDIP can be taken with or without food.
How to take NORDIP
Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.
How long to take it
You must take NORDIP every day. Continue taking your medicine for as long as your
doctor tells you.
This medicine helps to control your condition, but does not cure it. It is important
to keep taking your medicine even if you feel well.
If you forget to take NORDIP
If you miss your dose at the usual time and
it is less than 12 hours before your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take
your next dose when you are meant to. Otherwise, take it as soon as you remember,
and then go back to taking your medicine as you would normally.
Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose you missed.
This may increase the chance of you getting an unwanted side effect.
If you are not sure what to do, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
If you have trouble remembering to take your medicine, ask your pharmacist for some
hints.
If you take too much NORDIP
If you think that you have taken too much NORDIP, you may need urgent medical attention.
You should immediately:
phone the Poisons Information Centre
(Australia telephone 13 11 26) for advice, or
contact your doctor, or
go to the Emergency Department at your nearest hospital.
You should do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.
You may need urgent medical attention.
If you take too many tablets, you may feel dizzy, lightheaded or faint and have an
irregular heartbeat.
5. What should I know while taking NORDIP?
Things you should do
Tell any other doctors, dentists and pharmacists who are treating you that you are
taking NORDIP.
If you are about to start any new medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist that you
are taking NORDIP.
Keep all of your doctor's appointments so that your progress can be checked.
Your doctor may do some tests from time to time to make sure the medicine is working
and to prevent unwanted side effects.
Call your doctor straight away if you:
become pregnant while taking NORDIP, tell your doctor immediately.
Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are taking NORDIP.
Things you should not do
Do not take NORDIP to treat any other conditions unless your doctor tells you to.
Do not give this medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as
you.
Things to be careful of
Avoid eating large quantities of grapefruit or drinking large quantities of grapefruit
juice.
Grapefruit juice contains one or more components that alter the metabolism of some
medicines, including NORDIP.
Drinking very large quantities (over 1.2 litres) of grapefruit juice each day while
taking NORDIP may increase the effects of this medicine.
Driving or using machines
Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how NORDIP
affects you.
NORDIP may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. If you have any of these
symptoms, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything else that could be dangerous
if you are not alert.
Things that would be helpful for your high blood pressure or angina.
Some self-help measures suggested below may assist your condition.
Your doctor or pharmacist can give you more information about these measures.
Weight: Your doctor may suggest losing some weight. Some people may need a dietician
to plan a suitable diet to help with weight loss.
Exercise: Regular exercise helps lower blood pressure and strengthen the heart. It
is important not to overdo it. Before commencing regular exercise you should consult
your doctor who will suggest the most suitable exercise for you. If you feel uncomfortable
when exercising or experience symptoms such as unusual chest pain or breathlessness
see your doctor.
Alcohol: Your doctor may advise you to limit your alcohol intake.
Salt: Your doctor may advise you to watch the amount of salt in your diet. To reduce
your salt intake you should avoid using salt at the table or in cooking.
Smoking: Your doctor may advise you to stop smoking or at least cut down.
Looking after your medicine
Keep your tablets in the pack until it is time to take them. If you take your tablets
out of the pack they may not keep as well.
Keep your tablets in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 25°C.
Follow the instructions in the carton on how to take care of your medicine properly.
Store it in a cool dry place away from moisture, heat or sunlight; for example, do
not store it:
in the bathroom or near a sink, or
in the car or on window sills.
Heat and dampness can destroy some medicines.
Keep it where young children cannot reach it.
A locked cupboard at least one-and-a-half metres above the ground is a good place
to store medicines.
Getting rid of any unwanted medicine
If you no longer need to take this medicine or it is out of date, take it to any pharmacy
for safe disposal.
Do not take this medicine after the expiry date.
6. Are there any side effects?
All medicines can have side effects. If you do experience any side effects, most of
them are minor and temporary. However, some side effects may need medical attention.
See the information below and, if you need to, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any further questions about side effects.
Less serious side effects
Very Serious side effects
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything else that may be making you
feel unwell.
If you are 65 years or older, you should be especially careful while taking NORDIP.
Report any side effects promptly to your doctor.
Some people in this age group may be more likely to experience side effects such as
swelling of the feet and ankles, muscle cramps and dizziness.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything else that is making you feel
unwell.
Other side effects not listed here may occur in some people.
Reporting side effects
After you have received medical advice for any side effects you experience, you can
report side effects to the Therapeutic Goods Administration online at
www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems . By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of
this medicine.
Always make sure you speak to your doctor or pharmacist before you decide to stop
taking any of your medicines.
7. Product details
This medicine is only available with a doctor's prescription.
What NORDIP contains
Active ingredient
(main ingredient)
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amlodipine besilate (equivalent to amlodipine) 5 mg or 10 mg per tablet
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Other ingredients
(inactive ingredients)
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microcrystalline cellulose
pregelatinised maize starch
sodium starch glycollate Type A
magnesium stearate
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Potential allergens
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sulfites
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Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of these ingredients.
What NORDIP looks like
NORDIP 5 mg is a white to off-white, round tablet with “AB” over scoreline over “5”
on one side and “G” on the other. (AUST R 133159).
NORDIP 10 mg is a white to off-white, round tablet with “AB” over scoreline over “10”
on one side and “G” on the other (AUST R 133146).
Available in blister packs of 30 tablets.
Who distributes NORDIP
Alphapharm Pty Ltd trading as Viatris
Level 1, 30 The Bond
30-34 Hickson Road
Millers Point NSW 2000
Phone: 1800 274 276
This leaflet was prepared in October 2024.
NORDIP® is a Viatris company trade mark
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