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Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet


Introduction of Amlopin Plus Tablet

Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) with high cholesterol levels. It also helps to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.

Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet is combination of antihypertensive and lipid lowering medicines

Uses of Amlopin Plus Tablet

  • High blood pressure with high cholesterol

Benefits of Amlopin Plus Tablet

In High blood pressure with high cholesterol

Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and managing the blood pressure reduces the risk of having a stroke, heart attack or kidney problems in future. This helps you remain healthier for longer. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

Side effects of Amlopin Plus Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Amlopin Plus

  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Headache
  • Sleepiness
  • Ankle swelling
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Palpitations
  • Constipation
  • Muscle pain
  • Increased glucose level in blood
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Tiredness

How to use Amlopin Plus Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Amlopin Plus Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Amlopin Plus Tablet

  • Take it at same time every day to maintain the consistent level of drug in the body.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet affects you.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
  • Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Amlopin Plus 5mg/10mg Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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High blood pressure and cholesterol
Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari
Ayurveda
Guggul 2 tab twice,arjunarisht 20 ml twice. Also monotor BP
High Blood pressure, High cholesterol level, high fat, sweating problem, chest pain
Dr. Nabajit Talukdar
Interventional Cardiology
Get stress test done
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Name: USV Ltd
Address: Arvind Vithal Gandhi Chowk, BSD Marg, Station Road, Govandi East, Mumbai - 400 088. , India.
Country of origin: India

MRP
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