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Composition :

AMLODIPINE-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Novartis India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Apr-24

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India
Other Info - AMO0073

FAQs

No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend discontinuing it.
In case, you have missed a dose of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's, you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. However, try not to miss a dose in the first place, if it's time for you to take your next dose, then do not take both the doses together. Take only one dose, taking a double dose of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's will lead to low blood pressure.
Amo 5mg Tablet 10's can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Conditions such as high blood pressure are life-long conditions and one should not abruptly discontinue it without discussing it with a doctor.
Yes, Amo 5mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operate any heavy machinery while taking Amo 5mg Tablet 10's. In case you feel dizzy or light-headed, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.
Yes, Amo 5mg Tablet 10's is contraindicated in people with known allergy to any of the components of this medicine. It should be used with caution in people with liver impairment. It should also be avoided in women who are in the second and third trimesters of their pregnancy.
It's unlikely that Amo 5mg Tablet 10's affects fertility in men or women. However, there's not enough evidence to say for certain. For best advise, consult your doctor.
Yes, Amo 5mg Tablet 10's is known to cause ankle swelling upon long term use. Please try to keep your feet up when sitting for long hours. If the problem persists still, consult your doctor and do as advised.
High blood pressure during pregnancy is called 'Pregnancy induced hypertension' (PIH). It is harmful for both the baby and the mother. In the mother, very high blood pressure can cause seizures (fits), headache, swelling of feet, kidney damage and a higher risk of bleeding during pregnancy and during delivery. This can also affect the baby by causes abnormal fetal heart rate of the baby, risk of still birth and small baby. So, during the pregnancy you should have regular blood pressure monitoring. Visit your Obstetrician if you have any concerns related to blood pressure during pregnancy.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's to avoid unpleasant side effects like lowering of blood pressure (hypotension).

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Pregnancy

Caution

Amo 5mg Tablet 10's belongs to FDA Category C in pregnancy. There is limited evidence regarding use of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's and is generally not preferred as the initial treatment of hypertension in pregnancy. It is best to consult your doctor if you have high blood pressures during pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Limited information has shown that levels of amlodipine in milk are usually low and levels of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's in blood of breastfed infants are undetectable. Use of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's during breastfeeding has not been shown to cause any harmful effects in breastfed babies. If Amo 5mg Tablet 10's is required by the mother, it is not a reason to discontinue breastfeeding. If you are a nursing mother, it is best to consult your Obstetrician regarding use of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's.

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Driving

Unsafe

Drive with caution, Amo 5mg Tablet 10's usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Amo 5mg Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have or have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Kidney

Caution

Amo 5mg Tablet 10's is generally safe to prescribe in patients with kidney diseases and dose adjustment is generally not required. However, your doctor will decide the appropriate dosage strength depending upon the severity of your condition.

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Children

Caution

Amo 5mg Tablet 10's can be given safely to children aged 6-12 years provided, dose has been prescribed by a child specialist. Amo 5mg Tablet 10's should not be given to the children without consulting a child specialist.

About Amo 5mg Tablet 10's

Amo 5mg Tablet 10's belongs to a class of medicines called calcium channel blockers which are primarily taken for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain). Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes high. Higher this blood pressure, harder the heart has to pump. 

Amo 5mg Tablet 10's contains Amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker that acts by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the workload on the heart and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke.

Take Amo 5mg Tablet 10's with or without food as prescribed by your doctor with a full glass of water. Amo 5mg Tablet 10's may be prescribed alone or in combination with other blood pressure lowering medicines depending upon your blood pressure levels. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other anti-hypertensive medicine. You may have common side effects like headache, feeling exhausted and swollen ankles that usually resolve after some time. You must closely monitor your blood pressure if you ever have had a stroke, heart attack or currently taking other blood pressure-lowering pills. It is advised to continue taking this drug and do not stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor.

It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine. Lifestyle changes are particularly helpful in achieving optimum outcomes with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's and keeping blood pressure under check. Low salt diet, daily physical activity (even 20-30 minute brisk walking for 5 days a week can help!), losing weight in case of people who are obese etc are the mainstay of treatment of hypertension. Inform your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to Amo 5mg Tablet 10's, are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, are breastfeeding, have liver disease, kidney disease, heart failure, heart valve problem or history of heart attack.

Uses of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's

High blood pressure (hypertension), Heart related chest pain (angina), Prevention of heart attack.

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Medicinal Benefits

Amo 5mg Tablet 10's is used to treat heart-related conditions like angina (chest pain) and high blood pressure (hypertension). It is a calcium channel blocker that inhibits the entry of calcium (ions) across the heart that relaxes and widens the smooth muscles for better blood flow. Besides this, Amo 5mg Tablet 10's help prevent sudden spasm of the coronary artery (blood vessels of the heart) and reduces how hard the heart has to work to pump blood around the body, lowering its oxygen requirements. It improves an individual’s tolerance to physical activity and exercise and keeps their blood pressure normal during exercise. As a result, it overall protects your heart and keeps your heart healthy.

Directions for Use

Amo 5mg Tablet 10's can be taken orally with or without food or as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the whole tablet with approximately a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Try to take it at the same day every day. Do not double the dose if missed.

Side Effects of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's

  • Dizziness
  • Lightheadedness
  • Headache
  • Feeling exhausted
  • Swollen ankles
  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

Amo 5mg Tablet 10's should not be given to the people allergic to Amo 5mg Tablet 10's, have low blood pressure (less than 90 mm of Hg), have had heart attack, kidney disease, liver disease, pregnant women or planning to get pregnant and breastfeeding women without the prescription of a doctor. Besides this, it is contraindicated in patients with aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). Amo 5mg Tablet 10's can pass into breast milk, but its effect on the baby is not known. So, it is better to tell your doctor if you are taking Amo 5mg Tablet 10's and breastfeeding. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
AmlodipineSirolimus
Severe

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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
How does the drug interact with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's:
Using Amo 5mg Tablet 10's together with dantrolene may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amo 5mg Tablet 10's with Dantrolene can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AmlodipineSirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's can make Sirolimus may increase the risk of angioedema (a condition associated with swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, throat, and occasionally also the hands and feet).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Amo 5mg Tablet 10's and Sirolimus, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor if you notice any swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, throat, hands and feet or have trouble breathing or swallowing. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmlodipineDolasetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's:
Using dolasetron together with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Amo 5mg Tablet 10's and Dolasetron, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms, like feeling dizzy, lightheaded, or your heart beating irregularly, it's important to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmlodipinePhenobarbital
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's:
Using phenobarbital and Amo 5mg Tablet 10's may drastically lower Amo 5mg Tablet 10's blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of phenobarbital with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineEnzalutamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's:
Using a combination of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's and enzalutamide may drastically lower Amo 5mg Tablet 10's blood levels, making the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amo 5mg Tablet 10's with enzalutamide can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineRifabutin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's:
Using Amo 5mg Tablet 10's and rifabutin together may lower Amo 5mg Tablet 10's blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Amo 5mg Tablet 10's with rifabutin, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Consult the doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipinePhenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's:
Using Amo 5mg Tablet 10's and phenytoin together may drastically lower Amo 5mg Tablet 10's blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Amo 5mg Tablet 10's with phenytoin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineSimvastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's:
Taking simvastatin with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's may result in considerably higher blood levels of simvastatin and may increase the risk of side effects (liver damage and rhabdomyolysis - an uncommon but serious illness characterized by the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Amo 5mg Tablet 10's with simvastatin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have unexplained muscular pain, soreness, or weakness while using simvastatin, especially if these symptoms are accompanied by fever or dark-colored urine, consult the doctor immediately. However, if you develop a fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmlodipineLemborexant
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of lemborexant and Amo 5mg Tablet 10's may increase the blood levels of lemborexant.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's with Lemborexant can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor if you experience abnormal sleep patterns, worsening of depression, changes in heartbeat, or headache. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineNitisinone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's and Nitisinone may increase the blood levels and effects of Nitisinone.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nitisinone with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms or if you feel unwell after taking your medication, it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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AMLODIPINE-5MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Mild

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AMLODIPINE-5MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Mild
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice

How to manage the interaction:
The consumption of grapefruit juice with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's may slightly increase plasma concentrations of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's. Avoid consuming grapefruit juice while being treated with Amo 5mg Tablet 10's. however, if you experience headache, hypotension, syncope, tachycardia, or edema consult a doctor.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • METOPROLOL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • ATORVASTATIN
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • SILDENAFIL
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • RIFAMPIN
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • RITONAVIR
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PRIMIDONE
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • TACROLIMUS
  • IBUPROFEN
  • ASPIRIN

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Amo 5mg Tablet 10's is generally advised for treatment of high blood pressure and other heart conditions.
  • Amo 5mg Tablet 10's should be taken at the same time every day for its maximum effects to be seen and for increased compliance.
  • Consumption of Amo 5mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. Avoid activities like driving while on this medication.
  • Sudden drop of blood pressure may be seen while on this medication which might lead to dizziness. Changing your posture at a slower rate might help counter this. 
  • Ankle swelling is a sometimes seen as a side effect with this drug. Consult your doctor if this or other side effects cause trouble or are persistent.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with BMI 19.5-24.9.
  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
  • Opt for diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies and low-fat dairy products.
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.
  • If you are taking alcohol then only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.
  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much of fluctuation then immediately contact your doctor.
  • Try to include heart healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil and coconut oil can help in lowering your elevated blood pressure.

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