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Perindopril Arginine/Amlodipine 10/10 (WGR) TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: perindopril + amlodipine

Pack: Perindopril Arginine/Amlodipine 10/10 (WGR) tablet, 30, bottle

Brand name

(ARTG)

: PERINDOPRIL ARGININE / AMLODIPINE-WGR 10/10 perindopril arginine 10mg/ amlodipine (as besilate) 10mg uncoated tablet bottle

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Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

COVERAM is indicated as substitution therapy for the treatment of hypertension and/or stable coronary heart disease in patients already controlled with separate doses of perindopril and amlodipine, given concurrently at the same dose level. Treatment should not be initiated with this combination.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, uncoated
  • Oral
  • White, round tablet with 10/10 on one face and servier logo on the other face

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Light
  • Store in a Dry Place
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 10 tablets, commercial pack pack
  • 10 Tablets, medical sample pack pack
  • 30 Tablets, commercial pack pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient perindopril + amlodipine

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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