Genericart Amlodipine+Atorvastatin 5mg/10mg Tablet

Short Description

Genericart Amlodipine+Atorvastatin 5mg/10mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension and high cholesterol, reducing the risk of stroke and heart attack.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Genericart Amlodipine+Atorvastatin 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to manage hypertension (high blood pressure) and high cholesterol levels. It helps reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. The medicine should be taken as advised by your doctor, and it is important to continue the treatment even if you feel well. Common side effects include headache, nausea, stomach pain, flushing, ankle swelling, and increased liver enzymes. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, blood sugar levels, and electrolytes is recommended. Consult your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Headache Nausea Stomach pain Flushing Ankle swelling Increased liver enzyme

Breastfeeding Warning

Consult your doctor for advice before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

Consult your doctor for advice before taking this medicine if you are pregnant.

Genericart Amlodipine+Atorvastatin 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Amlodipine and Atorvastatin. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes blood vessels, improving blood flow. Atorvastatin is a statin that reduces cholesterol levels in the blood.

Take it at the same time every day to maintain a consistent level of the drug in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine, or yellowing of skin or eyes. Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or diabetes before starting treatment. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as it may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.