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Amlokind-L Tablet 10's

Amlokind-L Tablet 10's

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Written ByDivya L,PharmaD
Reviewed ByBayyarapu Mahesh Kumar,M Pharmacy
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 12:51 PM IST

About Amlokind-L Tablet 10's

Amlokind-L Tablet 10's belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive drugs, primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. It is considered as an essential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Amlokind-L Tablet 10's lowers the blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. 

Amlokind-L Tablet 10's is a combination of two medicines, namely, Losartan and Amlodipine. Losartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers the blood pressure and increases the blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. Losartan is also used to treat stroke and slow down kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease. 

Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. In some cases, Amlokind-L Tablet 10's can cause side effects like sleepiness, taste changes, ankle swelling, headache, flushing (feeling warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), dizziness, tiredness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), upset stomach, and hyperkalaemia (increased potassium levels in the blood). Most of these side effects of Amlokind-L Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Amlokind-L Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Before taking Amlokind-L Tablet 10's, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. It is advised to complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better. Please do not stop taking Amlokind-L Tablet 10's on your own, as it may lead to the recurrence of symptoms or worsen the condition. Do not consume alcohol with Amlokind-L Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Amlokind-L Tablet 10's as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Uses of Amlokind-L Tablet 10's

High blood pressure (hypertension).

Medicinal Benefits

Amlokind-L Tablet 10's is an anti-hypertensive drug that treats high blood pressure (hypertension). Amlokind-L Tablet 10's lowers the blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. Amlokind-L Tablet 10's consists of two medicines, namely: Losartan and Amlodipine. Losartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. It lowers the blood pressure and increases the blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. Losartan is also used to treat stroke and slow down kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Amlokind-L Tablet 10's

  • Sleepiness
  • Taste changes
  • Ankle swelling
  • Headache
  • Flushing
  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Palpitations
  • Upset stomach
  • Hyperkalaemia

Drug Warnings

Monitor your blood pressure levels regularly. If you are known to be allergic to Amlokind-L Tablet 10's or have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration, please inform your doctor beforehand. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. It is advised to complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better. Complete the course strictly as suggested by the doctor, even if you feel better, to avoid disease recurrence. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Amlokind-L Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Amlokind-L Tablet 10's as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Amlokind-L Tablet 10's may interact with other blood pressure treating medicines (Lisinopril, Ramipril, benazepril), pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam, hydrocodone), heart-related medicines (metoprolol, nitroglycerin), high cholesterol treating drugs (simvastatin), fluid retention drugs (hydrochlorothiazide), and drugs treating impotence (sildenafil).

Drug-Food Interaction: Minimize high potassium foods intake and avoid over the counter potassium supplements, grapefruit, or juice.

Drug-Disease Interaction: People with low blood pressure, heart, kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration, hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels in the blood), and diabetes should consult the doctor before taking Amlokind-L Tablet 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LISINOPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • BENAZEPRIL
  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • NAPROXEN
  • CELECOXIB
  • DICLOFENAC
  • INDOMETHACIN
  • MELOXICAM
  • HYDROCODONE
  • METOPROLOL
  • NITROGLYCERIN
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • SILDENAFIL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Reduce sodium intake in your diet to maintain your blood pressure.
  • Eat natural and healthy foods by cutting down on high on sodium processed foods.
  • Lose those extra pounds, since being obese can be a risk factor for hypertension.
  • Exercise regularly to maintain good heart health.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.
  • Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress triggers and make time for yourself to relax and do activities that you enjoy.

Special Advise

Keep a check on your daily blood pressure, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor. Low salt/sodium diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Amlokind-L Tablet 10's for effective results.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Blood pressure is the measurement of the force that our heart uses to pump blood to all parts of the body. Hypertension is a chronic condition when blood pressure is too high. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor or sphygmomanometer. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure when your heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. If your blood pressure is 140/90 mm of Hg, it means the systolic pressure is 140 mm of Hg and, diastolic pressure is 90 mm of Hg. Ideal blood pressure should be between 90/60 mm of Hg and 120/80 mm of Hg.

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