Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet

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MRP: ₹ 69
Packing: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Amlodipine (5mg) + Chlorthalidone (12.5mg)
Brand: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Uses: Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Description

Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure)
It also helps to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack
It should be taken in the morning with food to avoid frequent urination at night
Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet should be taken with food preferably in the morning to avoid frequent urination at night
Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor
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 active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure
Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.
Glucose intolerance, ankle swelling, headache, and decreased potassium level are some common side effects of this medicine
Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or do not go away
Drink plenty of fluids while taking medicine to overcome muscle weakness, dry mouth, and extreme thirst
Dizziness or headache may occur due to low blood pressure, hence rise slowly from sitting position or avoid driving.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine
You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions
You should have your blood pressure, kidney function, level of electrolytes, and blood sugar level checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^Use of Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet is not recommended in these patients.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.^Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg 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: Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg 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: Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg 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:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet.
Drug Action:	N/A
Therapeutic class:	CARDIAC
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	N/A

Uses

Uses of Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body
It also eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output
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 Amlovas CH 5 mg/12.5 mg 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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