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Why do doctors prescribe amlodipine?

2021-01-25 16:04:06
Why do doctors prescribe amlodipine when they can prescribe cilnidipine? Is it because amlodipine is cheaper and patients can afford it easily (the assumption here being both of them have little side effects).
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I guess its a matter of personal preference. Both drugs are equally effective along with side effect profile . Do let me know if you have further queries . Regards

Answered2021-01-27 13:52:13

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