Proper Use
Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
In addition to the use of this medicine, treatment for your high blood pressure may include weight control and changes in the types of foods you eat, especially foods high in sodium (salt). Your doctor will tell you which of these are most important for you. You should check with your doctor before changing your diet.
Many patients who have high blood pressure will not notice any signs of the problem. In fact, many may feel normal. It is very important that you take your medicine exactly as directed and that you keep your appointments with your doctor even if you feel well.
Remember that this medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it does help control it. You must continue to take it as directed if you expect to lower your blood pressure and keep it down. You may have to take high blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life. If high blood pressure is not treated, it can cause serious problems such as heart failure, blood vessel disease, stroke, or kidney disease.
You may swallow whole, crush, or chew the 30 milligrams (mg), 60 mg, 90 mg, or 120 mg tablet. Do not split the 30 mg tablet.
Swallow the extended-release tablet or extended-release capsule whole. Do not open, crush, or chew it. It is best to take the extended-release capsule on an empty stomach.
Dosing
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
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For chest pain:
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For oral dosage form (extended-release capsules):
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Adults—At first, 120 milligrams (mg) once a day in the morning. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
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Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
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For oral dosage form (extended-release tablets):
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Adults—At first, 180 milligrams (mg) once a day, either in the morning or evening. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
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Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
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For oral dosage form (tablets):
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Adults—At first, 30 milligrams (mg) 4 times a day before meals and at bedtime. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
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Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
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For high blood pressure:
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For oral dosage form (extended-release capsules):
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Adults—At first, 180 to 240 milligrams (mg) once a day in the morning. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
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Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
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For oral dosage form (extended-release tablets):
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Adults—At first, 180 to 240 milligrams (mg) once a day, either in the morning or at bedtime. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.
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Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.
Portions of this document last updated: Aug. 01, 2024
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