What is Amlor called in the United Kingdom?
Amlor contains amlodipine. In the United Kingdom the same medicine is sold as Istin.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
| Brand | Country | Active ingredient | Common strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amlor Pending verification | France | amlodipine C08CA01 | 5 mg tablet, 10 mg tablet |
| Istin Pending verification | United Kingdom | amlodipine C08CA01 | 5 mg tablet, 10 mg tablet |
Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions
What is Amlor called in the United Kingdom?
Amlor contains amlodipine. In the United Kingdom the same medicine is sold as Istin.
Is Istin exactly the same as Amlor?
Both contain amlodipine (ATC C08CA01). Strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ, so compare the packs and ask a pharmacist.
What strengths of amlodipine are common in the United Kingdom?
Common forms include 5 mg tablet, 10 mg tablet. Check the label, because local packs may differ from the one you have.
