Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Amlodipine (2.5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Parenteral Drugs India Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). It lowers blood pressure and reduces the heart's workload, which helps prevent heart attacks and strokes.
Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. In high blood pressure, it normalizes the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body. In heart-related chest pain (angina), the enhanced blood flow in the body relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart. It also improves the oxygen flow in the body, thereby preventing any heart-related chest pain.
How long does it take for Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet to work?
Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet starts working on the day it is taken, but full effects may take weeks. Continue taking the medication even if you feel better or don't notice a difference. Consult your doctor with any concerns or worsening symptoms after taking the medicine.
Does Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet cause itching?
Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet may cause itching in some patients, though it is an uncommon side effect. If you experience severe itching, contact your doctor immediately.
Is Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet bad for the kidneys?
No evidence suggests that Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet causes kidney problems or deterioration of existing kidney conditions. Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet is safe to use in normal doses even by patients with pre-existing kidney conditions. In fact, its blood pressure-lowering effect helps prevent kidney damage caused by hypertension.
Should I take Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet in the morning or at night?
Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet can be taken anytime of the day. Taking it in the morning is often advised, but your doctor may recommend taking it in the evening as well. Take it at the same time each day to ensure consistency and improve memory.
For how long do I need to take Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet?
Continue taking Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended. Your medication may be lifelong, and you should not stop taking it even if you feel well or your blood pressure is well controlled.
Is Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet a beta-blocker?
No, Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet is not a beta-blocker. It belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can easily flow through them.
What are the serious side effects of Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet?
Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet may cause rare, but serious side effects such as liver problems (yellowing of skin, nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite), pancreatitis (severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting), and recurrent chest pain, which might indicate a heart attack. These side effects are rare and your doctor has prescribed this medicine to you because the benefit is greater than the risk of any potential side effects. Follow your doctor's advice.
What should I avoid while taking Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet?
Before starting any new medications or supplements, consult your doctor first. Follow a low-sodium and low-fat diet and adhere to lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor. Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet. Stop smoking and alcohol consumption, which aids in lowering blood pressure and preventing heart problems.
I have developed ankle edema and swelling over my feet after using Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet. What should I do?
Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce swelling, elevate your legs when sitting down. Talk to your doctor if the swelling persists.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- You have been prescribed Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet to improve your blood pressure and/or to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks.
- Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack and stroke.
- Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
- A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur especially when you first start taking Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Amvasc 2.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Amvasc 2.5mg 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.
