Amlopres 5mg Strip Of 30 Tablets
Amlopres 5 MG Description
Amlopres 5 tablet is a blood pressure-lowering medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. It contains amlodipine, 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 Amlopres 5 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. Stamlo 5 tablets, Amlokind 5 tablets, Amlodac 5 tablets, Amlopin 5 tablets and Amlovas 5 tablets are some other medicines with amlodipine as the main ingredient.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹73.92 |
You Save | ₹10.08 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Amlodipine(5.0 Mg) |
Uses | High blood pressure & angina |
Side effects | Dizziness, stomach upset, swelling, headache |
Therapy | ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE |
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Uses of Amlopres 5 MG
Contraindications of Amlopres 5 MG
- If you are allergic to this amlodipine or any other ingredients of Amlopres 5.
- If you have very low blood pressure or heart-related conditions such as stenosis, cardiogenic shock, heart failure after a heart attack.
Side effects of Amlopres 5 MG
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness especially at beginning of treatment
- Ankle swelling
- Weakness
- An upset stomach
- Muscle cramps
Precautions and Warnings of Amlopres 5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- 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.
Directions for Use of Amlopres 5 MG
- Amlopres 5 tablet should be taken with sufficient water with or without food.
- Take this medicine at a fixed time for optimal blood pressure control.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time each day for optimal results.
Storage and disposal of Amlopres 5 MG
- Store it in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
- Discard any unused or expired medicine properly.
Dosage of Amlopres 5 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of Amlopres 5 MG
How Does It Work?
Interactions of Amlopres 5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Amlopres 5 tablet works or Amlopres 5 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
Content Details
Dr. Abhishek B L
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I stop taking Amlopres 5 tablet if I start feeling better and my symptoms are gone?
Q: What lifestyle modifications I should make to control my blood pressure?
Q: What are the complications if my high blood pressure is not under control?
Q: When should I take Amlopres 5?
Q: What are the side effects of Amlopres 5?
Q: What is the composition of Amlopres 5?
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