Stamlo 2.5 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.

• Lowers blood pressure, reducing risk of stroke, heart attack, or kidney damage.

• Prevents angina by reducing heart workload and improving oxygen supply.

Dosage & Administration:

• Dose: As prescribed (typically starts at 2.5 mg).

• Timing: Once daily, at a fixed time (with/without food).

• Do not stop abruptly even if symptoms improve.

Common Side Effects:

• Headache, dizziness, fatigue.

• Swelling (edema), nausea, abdominal pain.

• Sleepiness (avoid driving if affected).

• Rare: Lichenoid keratosis (report to doctor).

Safety Advice:

• Alcohol: Caution advised (consult doctor).

• Pregnancy: Unsafe (animal studies show risk).

• Breastfeeding: Likely safe (limited data).

• Kidney/Liver Disease:

  • Kidney: Safe (no dose adjustment).

  • Liver: Use with caution (lower initial dose).

• Driving: Unsafe if dizziness/drowsiness occurs.

Missed Dose:

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

Lifestyle Tips:

• Regular exercise, healthy diet, weight management.

• Monitor blood pressure routinely.

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