
1.25mg Amodip Tablet for Cats - per Tablet
Amodip 1.25mg for Cats is a prescription-only medication used to manage systemic hypertension (high blood pressure) in cats. It contains the active ingredient amlodipine besylate, which belongs to a class of medicines called calcium channel blockers. This medicine is widely used in veterinary medicine to help reduce and control blood pressure in feline patients.
Amodip comes in chewable tablets that are flavoured to make administration easier. Each tablet contains 1.25mg of amlodipine, which is the most commonly recommended starting dose for cats. It is licensed for veterinary use in the UK and is usually prescribed by vets when a cat has been diagnosed with persistent high blood pressure.
How Amodip Works
Amodip works by relaxing the smooth muscles of the blood vessel walls. It does this by inhibiting the movement of calcium into the cells of the heart and blood vessels. This relaxation causes the vessels to widen (vasodilation), which lowers the resistance against blood flow and helps reduce blood pressure.
Lowering blood pressure reduces the strain on the heart and can help prevent damage to organs such as the kidneys, brain, and eyes. In cats, high blood pressure can lead to serious health issues including blindness, seizures, and kidney failure. By maintaining blood pressure within a normal range, Amodip can support long-term health and improve a cat's quality of life.
VET PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED