Amlosafe 5 Tablet

Amlosafe 5 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 problems.

• 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.

• Do not stop abruptly even if symptoms improve.

Common Side Effects:

• Headache, fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain.

• Sleepiness, edema (swelling in limbs).

• Rare: Lichenoid keratosis (skin lesion).

Safety Advice:

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

• Pregnancy: Avoid (potential fetal risk).

• Breastfeeding: Likely safe (consult doctor).

• Driving: Unsafe (may cause dizziness/drowsiness).

• Kidney/Liver:

  • Safe for kidney disease (no dose adjustment).

  • Use cautiously in liver disease (lower dose may be needed).

Missed Dose:

• Take as soon as remembered; skip if close to next dose.

Lifestyle Tips:

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

• Regular blood pressure monitoring is essential.

Note: Always consult your doctor before starting/changing doses, especially if taking other heart or blood pressure medications.