Amlopin 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Amlopin 5 MG Description
Amlopin 5 tablets contain amlodipine, which belongs to the class of medicines called calcium channel blockers. It is used for certain heart-related disorders and high blood pressure. Amlopin 5 works by relaxing the blood vessels. Amlong 5 tablets, Amlokind 5 tablets, Amlodac 5 tablets, Stamlo 5 tablet and Amlovas 5 tablets are some other medicines with amlodipine as the main ingredient.
Side effects like weakness, dizziness, stomach ache and indigestion can be experienced while using this medicine. In case you experience too many side effects or any discomfort due to this medication, contact your doctor immediately.
Inform your doctor if you recently had a heart attack or are suffering from heart failure. Never stop taking the medicine on your own, even if you start feeling better.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹24.64 |
You Save | ₹3.36 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Amlodipine(5.0 Mg) |
Therapy | ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE |
Uses of Amlopin 5 MG
Contraindications of Amlopin 5 MG
- Amlopin 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, thus making it easier for the blood to pass from the blood vessels and lowers the blood pressure. It also improves the blood and oxygen supply to the heart muscle and prevents chest pain....
Side effects of Amlopin 5 MG
- Feeling sick
- Weakness
- Tiredness
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Stomach ache
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Muscle cramps
- Vision problems
- Rapid or irregular heartbeats (palpitation)
- Swelling of feet, ankles, legs (Oedema or fluid retention)
Precautions and Warnings of Amlopin 5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver disease
- You recently had a heart attack or heart failure
- You are elderly
- You are suffering from a severe increase in blood pressure
- You may suffer from a heart attack, or your chest pain could worsen, when you start taking this medicine, however, this happens rarely
Directions for Use of Amlopin 5 MG
- Take Amlopin 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets as directed by the doctor
- It can be taken with or even without food
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water
- Take the tablet as a whole, do not chew or crush it
Storage and disposal of Amlopin 5 MG
- Store it in a cool and dry place
- Keep away from children
- Check the expiry date before taking medicine and do not use the medicine after the expiry date
Dosage of Amlopin 5 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Interactions of Amlopin 5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Concomitant use of Antifungal medicines like Ketoconazole medicines used to treat heart-related disorders, like Verapamil with this medicine can increase the risk of low blood pressure as they increase the effect of Amlopin 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets. ...
- Other blood pressure-lowering medicines should not be used together with Amlopin 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets as they increase the risk of side effects.
- The effect of Tacrolimus, a medicine used to reduce immune response and medicine used to lower cholesterol, is increased when used together with this medicine and may result in toxicity.
- Dantrolene, a muscle relaxant, when used together with this medicine, may lower the potassium levels.
Interactions with food items
- Grapefruit and grapefruit juice should not be consumed along with Amlopin 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets, as these can cause a drastic drop in your blood pressure.
- If your doctor has advised you a low-salt or low-sodium diet, follow these directions carefully.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I stop taking Amlopin 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets if I start feeling better, and my symptoms are gone?
Q: What are the complications if my high blood pressure is not under control?
Q: Is there any special diet that I need to follow while taking Amlopin 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?
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