Description
Product Introduction
Amlomed 5mg Tablet is a medication belonging to the class of calcium channel blockers. It is primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). By relaxing and widening the blood vessels, Amlomed helps to lower blood pressure and reduce the heart’s workload, ultimately helping to prevent serious cardiovascular events like heart attacks and strokes.
Salt Composition / Key Ingredient
- Amlodipine (5mg) – The active ingredient in Amlomed 5mg Tablet, which helps to relax blood vessels and improve blood flow.
How to Use Amlomed 5mg Tablet
- Dosage: Take Amlomed 5mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The dose will vary depending on your condition.
- Administration: Swallow the tablet whole with water. Do not chew, crush, or break the tablet.
- Timing: You can take Amlomed 5mg with or without food. It is advisable to take it at the same time each day to help remember your dose.
- Consistency: Continue taking the medicine regularly, even if you feel well. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor, as high blood pressure often has no symptoms, and discontinuing the medication could worsen your condition.
Restrictions
- Pre-existing conditions: Inform your doctor if you have any liver, heart, or kidney issues before starting Amlomed 5mg.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding: If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medication.
- Other medications: Inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, particularly those for high blood pressure or heart conditions, to avoid potential interactions.
Side Effects
Most side effects are mild and may disappear as your body adjusts to the medication. However, consult your doctor if they persist or cause concern. Common side effects include:
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Sleepiness
- Edema (swelling)
In rare cases, some patients may develop lichenoid keratosis (a benign, inflamed skin lesion). If you experience this, contact your doctor.
How Amlomed 5mg Tablet Works
Amlomed 5mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker that works by relaxing the blood vessels, which helps lower blood pressure. In patients with hypertension, this relaxation reduces the pressure on the blood vessels, making it easier for blood to flow throughout the body. For those with angina (heart-related chest pain), Amlomed improves blood flow and reduces the workload on the heart, thus alleviating chest pain and enhancing oxygen supply to the heart muscles.
Marketed By
Zydus Healthcare Limited
