Amlopres Tablet (Amlodipine Besilate) | Used to Manage High Blood Pressure and Angina
Amlopres Tablet contains amlodipine besilate, a calcium channel blocker used to manage high blood pressure and certain types of angina (chest pain). It works by relaxing blood vessels, which helps improve blood flow and reduce blood pressure.
Product Overview
Amlopres Tablet contains amlodipine besilate, a calcium channel blocker used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension) and certain types of angina (chest pain). It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels, which helps improve blood flow and lower blood pressure.
Product Information | Details |
| Product Name | Amlopres Tablet |
| Active Ingredient | Amlodipine Besilate |
| Medicine Type | Calcium Channel Blocker |
| Drug Class | Dihydropyridine Calcium Channel Blocker |
| Dosage Form | Tablet |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Primary Use | Management of high blood pressure and certain types of angina |
| Main Action | Relaxes and widens blood vessels |
| Administration | As directed by a healthcare professional |
| Food Consideration | Can generally be taken with or without food |
Additional Information
Amlopres Tablet is generally taken regularly according to the prescribed treatment plan. The dose may vary depending on the individual's condition and response to treatment. Ankle or foot swelling, headache, dizziness, and flushing may occur during treatment. Do not change the dose or stop the medicine without medical advice.
Precaution
Before taking Amlopres Tablet, inform your healthcare professional if you have low blood pressure, heart problems, liver disease, or a history of heart-related conditions.
Amlodipine may sometimes cause dizziness, particularly when starting treatment or after a dose change. Avoid activities requiring alertness if you feel dizzy.
Inform your healthcare professional about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and supplements you are taking.
People with severe liver problems may require careful dose selection and monitoring.
Do not stop taking Amlopres Tablet without medical advice, especially when it is being used for blood pressure or angina management.
Usage
Take Amlopres Tablet exactly as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
| Usage Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Route | Oral |
| How to Take | Swallow the tablet with water |
| With or Without Food | Can generally be taken with or without food |
| Timing | Take at approximately the same time each day |
| Dose | As prescribed according to individual medical needs |
| Missed Dose | Take the missed dose when remembered unless it is nearly time for the next dose |
| Extra Dose | Do not take an extra dose to make up for a missed dose |
| Stopping Treatment | Do not stop without medical advice |
| Monitoring | Blood pressure and clinical response may be monitored |
Uses
Amlopres Tablet is used for:
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Certain types of angina (chest pain)
- Coronary artery disease, in selected patients as determined by a healthcare professional
By relaxing blood vessels, amlodipine can help lower blood pressure and improve blood flow to the heart.
Amlopres Tablet is not intended to provide immediate relief during an acute angina attack.
Side Effects
Possible side effects of Amlopres Tablet may include:
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
| Headache | Severe allergic reaction |
| Dizziness | Fainting or very low blood pressure |
| Flushing | Severe or worsening chest pain |
| Tiredness | Significant heart-related symptoms |
| Palpitations | Severe swelling |
| Abdominal discomfort | Serious liver-related problems |
| Nausea | Irregular or unusually fast heartbeat |
| Ankle or leg swelling | Severe skin reactions |
Swelling of the ankles or feet is a relatively common effect of amlodipine. Contact a healthcare professional if swelling is persistent, severe, or accompanied by breathing difficulty or other concerning symptoms.
Seek urgent medical attention for severe allergic reactions, fainting, severe chest pain, or difficulty breathing.
FAQs
1. What is Amlopres Tablet used for?
Amlopres Tablet contains amlodipine besilate and is used to manage high blood pressure and certain types of angina.
2. How does Amlopres Tablet work?
Amlodipine blocks calcium entry into certain cells in the blood vessel walls. This relaxes and widens the blood vessels, helping blood flow more easily and lowering blood pressure.
3. Can Amlopres Tablet be taken with food?
Yes. Amlopres Tablet can generally be taken with or without food.
4. Can Amlopres Tablet be used for immediate relief of chest pain?
No. Amlodipine is used for the prevention and management of certain types of angina and is not intended to provide immediate relief during an acute angina attack.
5. What is a common side effect of Amlopres Tablet?
Common side effects may include headache, dizziness, flushing, tiredness, palpitations, and swelling of the ankles or feet.
6. Can Amlopres Tablet cause ankle swelling?
Yes. Swelling of the ankles or feet can occur with amlodipine. Contact a healthcare professional if the swelling is persistent, severe, or associated with other symptoms.
7. Should I stop Amlopres Tablet if my blood pressure becomes normal?
Do not stop the medicine without consulting your healthcare professional. A normal blood pressure reading may indicate that treatment is controlling the condition.
8. What should I do if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose when you remember unless it is nearly time for the next scheduled dose. Do not take two doses together unless specifically instructed.
9. Can Amlopres Tablet be taken with other blood pressure medicines?
It may be prescribed with other blood pressure medicines in some patients. Your healthcare professional should determine the appropriate combination and doses.
10. Does Amlopres Tablet require regular monitoring?
Blood pressure and response to treatment may be monitored regularly. Additional monitoring may be needed depending on your medical condition and other medicines.
Interactions
Amlopres Tablet can interact with certain medicines. Inform your healthcare professional about all medicines and supplements you use.
Potential interactions include:
- Other blood pressure medicines: May increase the blood-pressure-lowering effect.
- Certain heart medicines: May affect heart rate or blood pressure when used together.
- CYP3A4 inhibitors: Medicines such as some antifungal or antibiotic medicines may increase amlodipine levels.
- CYP3A4 inducers: Certain medicines may reduce amlodipine levels and affect its action.
- Simvastatin: Amlodipine can increase simvastatin exposure; dose limitations may apply.
- Grapefruit or grapefruit juice: Regular consumption may potentially increase amlodipine exposure in some patients.
A healthcare professional can determine whether any medicine adjustments or additional monitoring are needed.
| Manufacturer | : | Dr. Reddy's Laboratories |
| Equivalent Brand | : | Norvasc |
| Generic Search | : | Amlodipine Besilate |
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