AMLOVAS AT TABLET 15S

Product Introduction:

Amlovas AT Tablet is a combination medication composed of two active ingredients: Amlodipine (5mg) and Atenolol (50mg). Amlodipine belongs to the class of calcium channel blockers, while Atenolol is a beta-blocker. This combination is typically prescribed to manage hypertension (high blood pressure) and certain heart conditions.

Amlovas AT Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time each day. 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.

It may cause side effects like headache, slow heart rate, and nausea. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This might raise the level of potassium in the blood, hence avoid potassium rich food or supplements. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes level while on the treatment.

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.

Benefits:

1. Blood Pressure Control: Amlodipine relaxes blood vessels, aiding smoother blood flow, while Atenolol reduces heart rate and lessens the heart’s workload. Together, they effectively lower blood pressure, mitigating risks of hypertension-related complications.
2. Heart Rate Regulation: Atenolol helps regulate heart rhythm, particularly beneficial for individuals with heart conditions such as angina or arrhythmias.
3. Convenience: Combining two medications into a single tablet simplifies medication adherence for patients, enhancing convenience and ease of use.

Side Effects:

Common side effects of Amlovas AT Tablet may include:

• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Nausea
• Swelling in ankles or feet
• Flushing
• Abdominal discomfort
• Bradycardia (slow heart rate)
• Cold extremities

Rare but severe side effects may include:

• Allergic reactions
• Worsening heart failure symptoms
• Hypotension (low blood pressure)
• Irregular heartbeat

Prompt medical attention is necessary if severe or persistent side effects occur.

Usage Guidelines:

• Take Amlovas AT Tablet precisely as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
• Typically taken orally once daily, with or without food.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water; avoid crushing or chewing it.
• Do not discontinue abruptly without consulting your doctor, as it may precipitate rebound hypertension or worsen heart conditions.
• If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered. However, if nearing the next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue with regular dosing.
• Store Amlovas AT Tablet at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, and keep it out of children’s reach.

Drug Interactions:

• Inform your healthcare provider about all medications, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements, as they may interact with Amlodipine and Atenolol.
• Potential interactions exist with other antihypertensive medications, diuretics, NSAIDs, and certain antidepressants.
• Combining Amlodipine and Atenolol with certain medications may lead to additive effects on blood pressure, heart rate, or other cardiovascular parameters. Thus, careful monitoring and dosage adjustments may be warranted when used concomitantly.

Always adhere to your doctor’s instructions and seek medical advice for concerns regarding Amlovas AT Tablet or potential interactions with other medications.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amlovas AT Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Amlovas AT Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Amlovas AT Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Amlovas AT Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Amlovas AT Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Amlovas AT Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amlovas AT Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Amlovas AT Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amlovas AT Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Amlovas AT Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.