Amcard 10 Tablet

Class: Calcium Channel Blocker
Uses:

• Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

• Prevention of angina (heart-related chest pain).

Key Benefits:

• Relaxes blood vessels, improving blood flow and reducing blood pressure.

• Lowers risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney damage.

• Reduces heart workload and improves oxygen supply to prevent angina.

Dosage & Administration:

• Take once daily, with or without food, at a fixed time.

• Swallow whole; do not crush/chew.

• Dose depends on condition severity; follow doctor’s advice.

• Do not stop abruptly even if symptoms improve.

Common Side Effects:

• Headache, fatigue, nausea.

• Abdominal pain, swelling (edema), sleepiness.

• Rare: Lichenoid keratosis (report to doctor if skin lesions appear).

Safety Advice:

• Alcohol: Use with caution (may worsen dizziness).

• Pregnancy: Unsafe (consult doctor).

• Breastfeeding: Likely safe (limited risk).

• Driving: May impair focus (avoid if dizzy/tired).

• Kidney/Liver:

  • Safe for kidney disease (no dose adjustment).

  • Liver disease: Use under supervision (lower initial dose).

Missed Dose:

• Take as soon as remembered. Skip if close to next dose. Never double dose.

Lifestyle Tips:

• Combine with exercise, healthy diet, and weight management for better results.

• Monitor blood pressure regularly.

Note: Always inform your doctor about other medications (especially for heart/blood pressure) and pre-existing conditions.