Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina. This is a combination of two medicines that controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure and thus reduces the chances of future heart attack and stroke.
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. 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.
It may cause side effects like headache, slow heart rate, and nausea. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This might raise the level of potassium in the blood, hence avoid potassium rich food or supplements. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes level while on the treatment.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. 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.
It may cause side effects like headache, slow heart rate, and nausea. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This might raise the level of potassium in the blood, hence avoid potassium rich food or supplements. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes level while on the treatment.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.
Uses of Amlosafe-AT Tablet
Benefits of Amlosafe-AT Tablet
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet is a combination medicine that contains two active ingredients, Amlodipine and Atenolol. Both of the medicines in this combination work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Together they help to relax blood vessels, reduce heart rate 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. You should also make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
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. You should also make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.
Side effects of Amlosafe-AT Tablet
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 Amlosafe-AT
- Headache
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Slow heart rate
- Palpitations
- Nausea
- Edema (swelling)
- Constipation
- Tiredness
- Cold extremities
How to use Amlosafe-AT 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. Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Amlosafe-AT Tablet works
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg 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
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.
What if you forget to take Amlosafe-AT Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg 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.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause sudden increase in your blood pressure.
- Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet
Once A Day
81%
Twice A Day
15%
Twice A Week
2%
Four Times A *
2%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Amlosafe-AT Tablet for?
Hypertension *
100%
*Hypertension (high blood pressure)
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet?
Flushing (sen*
100%
*Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
FAQs
What lifestyle changes should be made while using Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet?
Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet. Avoid smoking, as smoking increases your risk of having heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and reduce the risk of heart attack.
Can I stop taking Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet if I feel well?
No, keep using Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.
Are there any special instructions regarding the storage and disposal of this medicine?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
What are the contraindications associated with the use of Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet?
Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients who are allergic to amlodipine, atenolol or any of its ingredients. It should be avoided in patients with history of asthma or lung disease. Also, inform your doctor about your medical history and the medicines you might be taking.
Can the use of Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet cause headache?
Yes, the use of Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet can cause headaches at the beginning of the treatment. Headaches usually go away after the first week of the treatment. Contact your doctor if the headaches are frequent and do not go away.
Can I feel dizzy after taking Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet?
Yes, the use of Amlosafe-AT 2.5mg/25mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly rise up from lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
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