Amlovas 5 Tablet

Description

Product Introduction:

Amlovas 5 Tablet is a medication belonging to the class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It is primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). By lowering blood pressure and reducing the heart’s workload, it helps to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Amlovas 5 Tablet can be taken either alone or in combination with other medications, depending on your condition. The dose will vary based on the condition being treated and its severity. It is best to take this medicine at the same time each day, with or without food. Even if you feel well, it is important to continue taking Amlovas 5 as prescribed to effectively manage your blood pressure or angina. Stopping the medicine suddenly may worsen your condition. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, a balanced diet, and weight management will further support the effectiveness of this medication.

Salt Composition:

• Amlodipine (5 mg)

How to Use Amlovas 5 Tablet:

• Take Amlovas 5 Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break it.
• Amlovas 5 Tablet can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time each day to help remember.
• Follow your doctor’s instructions on dosage and duration. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor, even if you feel well.

How Amlovas 5 Tablet Works:

Amlovas 5 Tablet contains Amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker. This medication works by relaxing the blood vessels, making it easier for blood to flow throughout the body.

• In hypertension (high blood pressure), it lowers blood pressure by reducing the pressure on the blood vessels, helping to prevent complications such as strokes, heart attacks, or kidney damage.
• In angina (chest pain), Amlovas 5 helps by relaxing the heart muscles and improving blood flow, thus reducing the heart’s workload and preventing chest pain caused by insufficient oxygen supply.

Uses of Amlovas 5 Tablet:

• Angina (heart-related chest pain)
• Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Arrhythmia (irregular heart rhythms)
• Hypertensive emergency
• Subarachnoid hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain)
• Anal fissure (tear in the skin around the anus)

Benefits of Amlovas 5 Tablet:

• In Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Amlovas 5 works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, which allows blood to flow more easily. This reduces blood pressure and helps in preventing the long-term complications of hypertension such as stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems. While you may not feel immediate benefits, consistent use of Amlovas 5 helps keep blood pressure controlled over time.

Side Effects of Amlovas 5 Tablet:

Most side effects are temporary and will subside as your body adjusts to the medication. If any side effects persist or cause concern, consult your doctor:

• Headache
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Sleepiness (somnolence)
• Edema (swelling)

In rare cases, some individuals may experience lichenoid keratosis (a benign, inflamed skin lesion), typically appearing as brownish or reddish spots on sun-exposed areas. If you notice this, consult your doctor.

Marketed By:

• Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd