S Max 2.5mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | S-Amlodipine (2.5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Indospectrum Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
S Max 2.5mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). S Max 2.5mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. You can take it at any time of day with or without food but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor's advice while taking this medicine.
S Max 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. The enhanced blood flow in the body further 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 S Max 2.5mg Tablet to work?
S Max 2.5mg Tablet typically starts showing its effects on the day it's taken. However, you may need weeks to see the full benefit of using this medication. Continue taking S Max 2.5mg Tablet even if you feel better or don’t notice any significant difference. Consult your doctor if you have concerns or experience a worsening of your condition.
Does S Max 2.5mg Tablet cause itching?
While some patients may experience mild itching, it's not common side effect. However, if the itching is severe, contact your doctor immediately.
Is S Max 2.5mg Tablet bad for my kidneys?
There's no evidence suggesting that S Max 2.5mg Tablet can worsen kidney problems. In fact, its blood pressure-lowering effect may help prevent potential damage to your kidneys from hypertension.
When should I take S Max 2.5mg Tablet?
You can take S Max 2.5mg Tablet anytime in the morning or evening, usually once daily. However, it's best to take it at the same time each day to help you remember and maintain consistent levels of medication in your body.
How long do I need to take S Max 2.5mg Tablet?
You should continue taking S Max 2.5mg Tablet for as long as your doctor recommends. Depending on your individual needs, you may require lifelong use. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor and always follow your prescribed medication schedule.
Is S Max 2.5mg Tablet a beta-blocker?
S Max 2.5mg Tablet is not a beta-blocker. It belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers.
What are the serious side effects of S Max 2.5mg Tablet?
While rare, S Max 2.5mg Tablet may cause 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 that could be a sign of a heart attack. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any unexpected adverse reactions.
What should I avoid while taking S Max 2.5mg Tablet?
It's essential to talk to your doctor before starting any new prescription or over-the-counter medications or supplements. Follow a low sodium and low-fat diet, and adhere to lifestyle changes as recommended by your doctor. Avoid grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking S Max 2.5mg Tablet. Also, stop smoking and consuming alcohol to further help regulate blood pressure.
I've developed swelling in my ankles after using S Max 2.5mg Tablet. What should I do?
S Max 2.5mg Tablet can sometimes cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs when sitting. If this doesn’t improve, talk to your doctor about it.
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. S Max 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- 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 S Max 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.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how S Max 2.5mg Tablet affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Fatigue
- Swelling in the feet or ankles
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Flushing
- Headache
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with S Max 2.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Information regarding the use of S Max 2.5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
S Max 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.
