AMLO 5mg 30tab

AMLO 5 mg Tablets (30 tablets)
Active Ingredient: Amlodipine Besilate equivalent to 5 mg Amlodipine
Therapeutic Class: Calcium Channel Blocker (CCB)
Dosage Form: Oral tablet

Indications:

AMLO is indicated for the treatment of:

• Hypertension (high blood pressure) – helps lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications

• Chronic stable angina – reduces the frequency and severity of chest pain

• Vasospastic angina (Prinzmetal's angina)

Mechanism of Action:

Amlodipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker that inhibits calcium ion influx into vascular smooth muscle and cardiac muscle. This results in vasodilation, decreased peripheral resistance, and reduced blood pressure. It also increases blood supply to the heart muscle, relieving angina.

Dosage and Administration:

• Adults: Usual starting dose is 5 mg once daily

• Dose may be increased to a maximum of 10 mg daily based on clinical response

• May be taken with or without food

• Adjustments may be necessary in elderly or patients with liver impairment

Warnings and Precautions:

• Use with caution in patients with severe hepatic impairment, aortic stenosis, or heart failure

• May cause peripheral edema, especially at higher doses

• Avoid use during pregnancy and breastfeeding without medical supervision

• Monitor blood pressure and clinical status regularly

Side Effects:

Common: peripheral edema, dizziness, headache, fatigue, flushing
Less common: palpitations, nausea, abdominal discomfort, rash, hypotension

Storage:

Store below 30°C, in a dry place, protected from light. Keep out of reach of children.