S Amlodipine

Uses	High blood pressure & angina
Therapy	Anti-Anginal, Anti-Hypertensive
Side Effects	Dizziness, stomach upset, swelling, headache

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Molecule Description

S Amlodipine is a blood pressure-lowering medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. It is an antihypertensive. It is also used for the treatment of angina pectoris (chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and improving the blood flow. Take this medicine in the correct doses and for the exact duration as advised by your doctor. Taking this medicine regularly as prescribed by your doctor along with other lifestyle modifications can help you control your blood pressure better. You should also inform your doctor about your complete medical history before initiating the treatment.

Uses

S Amlodipine is used to treat high blood pressure and a type of chest pain (Angina).

Contraindications

When should one not use S Amlodipine

If you are allergic to S Amlodipine or any other ingredients of this medicine
If you have very low blood pressure or heart-related conditions such as stenosis, cardiogenic shock, heart failure after a heart attack.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Dizziness
Sleepiness especially at beginning of treatment
Ankle swelling
Weakness
An upset stomach
Muscle cramps

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is no information available about the safety of S Amlodipine during pregnancy. You should inform your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Components of this medicine pass into the breastmilk. However, the effect of this medicine on infants is not known. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding before initiating the treatment.

Driving

You may feel dizzy, tired or have a headache after taking this medicine, so you should be cautious while driving, especially during the initial days of the treatment.

Alcohol

Excessive alcohol consumption can raise blood pressure. Hence, caution is advised. Individuals with high blood pressure should avoid binge drinking.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any underlying health condition related to the liver and kidneys.
You have heart-related conditions or recently had a heart attack or heart failure.
You are elderly, caution is advised while changing the dose for the elderly.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

S Amlodipine works by relaxing the blood vessels, thus making it easier for the blood to pass through the blood vessels and lowers the blood pressure. It also improves the blood and oxygen supply to the heart muscle and prevents chest pain due to angina.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way S Amlodipine works or S Amlodipine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
Especially, if you are taking medicines such as antibiotics, antifungals, other anti-hypertensive medicines, cholesterol-lowering medicines, medicines for heart conditions and muscle relaxants etc.
Other medicines that should be used with caution are immunosuppressants, anti-HIV medicines etc.

Interactions with food items

Grapefruit juice and grapefruit should not be consumed along with S Amlodipine, as these can cause a drop in your blood pressure.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of this medicine include dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, fast heartbeat or excessive drop in blood pressure etc. Seek immediate medical help in case of an overdose of this medicine.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose, take it as soon as you remember if there is sufficient time left for the next scheduled dose. If it is time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not compensate for the missed dose by taking an extra dose. Missing a dose of this medicine can lead to a rise in blood pressure and should be avoided.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, do not stop taking this medicine suddenly. Instead, you should consult your doctor and he/she may adjust your dose as per your needs. Follow up with your doctor regularly.

You should take your medicine regularly at the same time. In addition to that, making lifestyle changes will also help to control your blood pressure. These changes include eating a healthy diet, low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising at least 30 minutes every day and reducing alcohol consumption and taking a pause on smoking habits.

Uncontrolled high blood pressure is known to cause serious complications in several body parts. High blood pressure and heart failure are critical health conditions, if not treated, can affect other organs such as the brain, kidneys and blood vessels.

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