Other names for amlodipine?

What other names is amlodipine sold under?

Amlodipine is the generic name for a blood-pressure and angina medicine. In different countries and by different manufacturers, it’s sold under brand names that include:

- Norvasc
- Istin (and other country-specific brandings)

What’s the difference between amlodipine and “amlodipine besylate”?

You’ll often see the full chemical salt form on labels and prescriptions, such as:

- amlodipine besylate (common in many markets)
- amlodipine (the generic name)

These refer to the same active drug; the “besylate” is the salt used to make the medicine.

Why do names vary between countries?

Brand naming and labeling rules differ by country, and companies market the same active ingredient under different proprietary names. If you tell me your country (or paste the name on the package), I can help match it to amlodipine.