Amlonox 5 Tablet is primarily utilised to manage high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. This tablet is classified as a calcium channel blocker.
This tablet is prescribed for:
• Managing high blood pressure
• Preventing angina, a type of chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart
• Managing Prinzmetal's angina, a rare form of angina with chest pain occurring at rest
• Take this tablet at approximately the same time each day to maintain consistent blood levels.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew or crush the tablet.
• It can be taken with or without food; however, co-administration with food may mitigate potential gastrointestinal discomfort.
• For specific instructions, consult your doctor for a dosage regimen tailored to your condition.
Amlonox 5 Tablet is taken orally.
Common side effects associated with this tablet include:
• Ankle swelling
• Flushing or redness of the face and neck
• Shortness of breath
• Fatigue
• Nausea
Amlonox 5 Tablet contains the active ingredient amlodipine (5 mg), which operates via the following mechanisms:
• Calcium Channel Blocking: Amlodipine inhibits calcium ions from entering vascular smooth muscle cells. Calcium is pivotal for muscle contraction, and its blockade leads to relaxation of these muscles.
• Vascular Relaxation: This relaxation results in vasodilation, enhancing blood flow and reducing systemic vascular resistance.
• Blood Pressure Reduction: By decreasing vascular resistance, amlodipine effectively lowers blood pressure, thereby alleviating cardiac workload.
Exercise caution and consult your doctor before taking this tablet during pregnancy.
Discuss with your doctor before using this tablet if you are breastfeeding, as the medicine may pass into breast milk.
Avoid alcohol consumption as it may potentiate the hypotensive effects of this medicine.
Patients with liver impairment should consult their doctor, as dose adjustments may be necessary.
Consult your doctor if you have renal disease, as this tablet requires careful administration.
This medicine may cause dizziness; avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you understand its effects on your body.
Disclose any allergies to your doctor before initiating therapy with this tablet.
Not recommended for children under the age of 6 years.
Elderly patients may exhibit increased sensitivity; dose adjustments may be necessary under medical supervision.
Drug-Drug Interactions
• Antihypertensives: May cause excessive blood pressure lowering.
• Antifungal Agents: May increase amlodipine levels, enhancing its effects.
• HIV Protease Inhibitors: Heighten blood levels of amlodipine, increasing its effects.
• Antibiotics: May raise amlodipine levels, impacting its efficacy.
Drug-Food Interactions
• Grapefruit Juice: Increases the level of amlodipine in the body, possibly exacerbating side effects.
Drug-Disease Interactions
• Heart Disease: This tablet may exacerbate underlying heart conditions.
• Hypotension: Use cautiously as it may further lower blood pressure.
Daily Dose
• This tablet should be taken as advised by your doctor, depending on your condition and response to treatment.
Missed Dose
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double up on doses.
Overdose
• Symptoms of overdose may include severe dizziness, nausea, or an increased heart rate. Seek immediate medical attention if an overdose is suspected.
• Store this tablet in a cool, dry, and dark place, preferably at temperatures below 30°C.
• Keep the tablets in their original packaging to protect them from air and moisture.
• Ensure the medicine is kept out of reach of children.
• Use before the expiry date indicated on the packaging.
• Limit sodium intake to assist in blood pressure control.
• Engage in regular physical activity, such as cycling or brisk walking, to augment cardiovascular health.
• Minimise alcohol intake, as it can elevate blood pressure.
• Smoking cessation is advised to prevent exacerbation of hypertension.
• Limit caffeine consumption, which can temporarily increase blood pressure.
• Manage stress through relaxation techniques to mitigate stress-induced hypertension.
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