Amil 2.5mg Tablet

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MRP: ₹ 19
Packing: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Amlodipine (2.5mg)
Brand: Alka Pharma
Uses: Angina (heart-related chest pain),Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure),Arrhythmia,Hypertensive emergency,Subarachnoid haemorrhage,Anal fissure

Description

Amil 2.5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers
It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent angina (heart-related chest pain)
It lowers blood pressure and reduces the heart's workload, which helps prevent heart attacks and strokes
Amil 2.5mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines
The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition
You can take it at any time of the day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at about the same time each day
You should Take Amil 2.5mg Tablet for as long as it is prescribed for you
Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms
If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse
Keeping yourself active with regular exercise, managing your weight, and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure.
The most common side effects include headache, edema, fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, and somnolence
Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away
They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or reduce the side effects
There has been reports of lichenoid keratosis (a benign, inflamed, solitary skin lesion, typically brownish or reddish, found on sun-exposed areas) in some patients taking Amil 2.5mg Tablet, if you experience this, let your doctor know.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver, heart, or kidney problems
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine
You also need to tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking, especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions
You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Amil 2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amil 2.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Amil 2.5mg Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Amil 2.5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Amil 2.5mg Tablet is recommended.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Amil 2.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.^Amil 2.5mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Amil 2.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Amil 2.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Amil 2.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Calcium Channel Blockers- Dihydropyridines (DHP)
Therapeutic class:	CARDIAC
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Dihydropyridinecarboxylic acids derivatives

Uses

Uses of Amil 2.5mg Tablet

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Amil 2.5mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body
This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future
You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well
You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Amil 2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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