AMLOPRES VL 5MG/160MG TABLET

Name: AMLOPRES VL 5MG/160MG TABLET
SKU: AH_CH_HBP_1963
Price: 1.94 USD
Availability: InStock

SKU: AH_CH_HBP_1963 Category: High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

Generic : Amlodipine (5mg) + Valsartan (160mg)

Treatment : Hypertension ( High Blood Pressure)

Pack size : 10 (Tablet)

Manufacturer : Cipla Ltd

Made In : INDIA

UNIT PRICE

$1.94

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET contains two medicines, both of which help to control high blood pressure. It lowers the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This will reduce your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke.

AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET may be taken on an empty stomach or along with food. However, it is better to take it regularly at a fixed time each day, as prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. It’s important to keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. By lowering your blood pressure, it is reducing your risk of heart attack or stroke so do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. You can help this medication work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle such as keeping active, stopping smoking, and eating a low salt and low-fat diet.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. While using this medicine, your blood pressure will need to be checked often and your kidney function may also need to be tested.

BENEFITS OF AMLOPRES-VL TABLET

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Both of the medicines in this combination work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Together they help to relax blood vessels and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

HOW TO USE AMLOPRES-VL TABLET

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. AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW AMLOPRES-VL TABLET WORKS

AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET is a combination of two medicines: Amlodipine and Valsartan, which lowers blood pressure effectively. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB) and Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). They work by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is recommended. No dose adjustment is needed in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE AMLOPRES-VL TABLET?

If you miss a dose of AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

SIDE EFFECTS

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Amlopres-VL

Dizziness
Peripheral edema
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Upper respiratory tract infection

FAQ's

Q. How long does it take for AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET to start working?

A substantial decrease in blood pressure can be experienced within 2 weeks of starting AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET. The medicine may take up to 4 weeks to show its complete effects. Talk to your doctor in case you have any concerns regarding AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET, but do not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.

Q. Which medicine is considered safe for treating high blood pressure?

There are many blood pressure-lowering medicines which can be considered safe. The doctor will advise the exact use of these medicines, keeping various factors such as age, gender, other coexisting diseases, etc. into consideration. Also, the effect of the medicine and response of the patient can vary from person to person. For instance, a person below 55 years of age having no other co-existing disease may be prescribed angiotensin II receptor antagonists (ARAs) (e.g., AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET, losartan, olmesartan) or Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors (e.g., ramipril, captopril or enalapril) by the doctor.

Q. Is AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET bad for kidneys?

AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET does not generally affect the working of a proper functioning kidney. However, there is limited data to support the safety of patients who have existing severe kidney impairment (creatinine clearance <10 ml/min) and are on dialysis. Hence, AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET should be used cautiously in such patients. It should only be used when advised by the doctor.

Q. Who should not be given AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET?

AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET should not be given to patients who are allergic to it, have severe liver disease, have diabetes, or impaired kidney function. Also, its use should be restricted if you are being treated with blood pressure lowering medicine containing Aliskiren. In addition to that, AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET should not be used if you are pregnant or trying to conceive. If you are not sure or have any queries, consult your doctor.

Q. Does AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET cause weight gain?

No, AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET does not cause weight gain as a side effect. However, if your kidney function deteriorates, your body may swell due to accumulation of water (fluid retention), resulting in weight gain. Inform your doctor if you experience any unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles or hands.

Q. How long do I need to take AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET?

Continue taking AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop taking it even if you start feeling better. You may even have to take it lifelong, since AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET does not cure high blood pressure or heart failure but controls them.

Q. What is the most important information I should know about AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET?

Taking AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET during the last months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even endanger the unborn baby. Therefore, do not take AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET if you are pregnant. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET, stop taking AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET and call your doctor immediately.

Q. Can I switch in between the brands of AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET, since currently the brand I am using is not available?

No, do not switch to a different AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET product unless your doctor says that you should. Since you have to take it daily, keep a stock of it. Each AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET product releases the medication differently in your body and cannot be used interchangeably. Therefore, if you have any concerns regarding AMLOPRES-VL 5MG/160MG TABLET, consult your doctor.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Pack size – 10

Pack form – tablet

MORE INFORMATION

Information Leaflet

Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.

Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.

AMLOPRES VL 5MG/160MG TABLET

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION