Amlo-Q 5mg 20 Tablets

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Detail Description

Amlo-Q 5mg Tablet – Product Specification

Requires Prescription:
Yes


Generic Name:

Amlodipine

Dosage Form:
Tablet

Strength:
5 mg

Packaging:
20 Tablets per pack

Drug Class:
Calcium Channel Blocker (Dihydropyridine type)


Used For:

  • High blood pressure (Hypertension)

  • Chest pain (Angina)

  • Coronary artery disease


How It Works:

Amlodipine blocks the calcium channels in the blood vessel walls, leading to relaxation of the blood vessels. This lowers blood pressure and improves blood and oxygen supply to the heart, reducing its workload.


Dosage:

  • Usual Adult Dose: 5 mg once daily

  • Maximum Dose: May be increased to 10 mg/day depending on response

  • Take with or without food, preferably at the same time daily

  • As directed by a healthcare provider


Side Effects:

Common:

  • Swelling in legs or ankles

  • Headache

  • Flushing

  • Dizziness

  • Fatigue

Serious (rare):

  • Irregular heartbeat

  • Fainting

  • Liver dysfunction

  • Severe allergic reaction


Warnings & Precautions:

  • Use with caution in liver impairment, aortic stenosis, or heart failure

  • Monitor blood pressure and heart rate regularly

  • Avoid abrupt discontinuation

  • Not recommended in pregnancy or lactation without doctor’s advice


Drug Interactions:

May interact with:

  • Other antihypertensives (enhanced effect)

  • CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., erythromycin, ketoconazole)

  • Grapefruit juice (may raise amlodipine levels)

  • Sildenafil (increased blood pressure-lowering effect)


When Not to Use:

  • Allergy to Amlodipine or related drugs

  • Severe low blood pressure

  • Cardiogenic shock

  • Aortic stenosis


Storage:

  • Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place

  • Protect from light and moisture

  • Keep out of reach of children


Control Drug:
No


Quick Tips:

  • Do not skip doses or stop suddenly

  • Take at the same time daily for best results

  • Combine with diet and exercise for improved blood pressure control

  • Avoid alcohol and grapefruit juice