Amlodipine besilate 5 mg is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. By lowering blood pressure, lit makes it easier for the heart to pump blood around your body. If you are suffering from hypertension, taking Amlodipine helps prevent cardiovascular complications, including strokes and heart attacks. The medicine is also useful in preventing chest pain caused by heart disease. Amlodipine tablets contain the active ingredient Amlodipine besilate which belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. These medicines work by relaxing blood vessels to allow the blood to flow more easily. Note that the medicine prevents attacks of chest pain and should not be used to treat angina attacks.