Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). 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.
You can take Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet 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.
It may cause side effects like taste change, ankle swelling, headache, weakness, and tiredness. 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 Entp-A Tablet
Benefits of Entp-A Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. 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 take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
Side effects of Entp-A 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 Entp-A
- Decreased blood pressure
- Sleepiness
- Taste change
- Ankle swelling
- Headache
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Tiredness
- Palpitations
- Increased potassium level in blood
- Cough
- Upset stomach
How to use Entp-A 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. Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Entp-A Tablet works
Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Entp-A 5mg/5mg 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
Entp-A 5mg/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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Entp-A 5mg/5mg 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
Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function test, and potassium levels is recommended while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function test, and potassium levels is recommended while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, develop yellowing of the skin and eyes or white stools while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, develop yellowing of the skin and eyes or white stools while taking this medicine.
What if you forget to take Entp-A Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Entp-A 5mg/5mg 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 Entp-A 5mg/5mg 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 take Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
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FAQs
What is Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet used for?
Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and may also be prescribed for heart failure or other conditions that require blood pressure control.
Who should not take Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet?
Do not take Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet if you are allergic to amlodipine, enalapril, or any other ingredient in the medicine; have a history of angioedema (swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat); have severe kidney or liver disease; severe aortic stenosis (narrowing of the heart’s aortic valve); or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (a condition where the heart muscle, especially the left ventricle, becomes abnormally thick). Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet should also not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
What precautions should I take before using Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet?
Before using Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, heart conditions, electrolyte imbalances, a history of allergy to blood pressure medicines, or if you are on dialysis. Avoid high-potassium foods and supplements. Inform your doctor about all medications and supplements you are taking, as drug interactions may occur.
Are there any serious side effects of Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet?
Serious side effects of Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet include angioedema (swelling of the lips, face, or throat); signs of kidney or liver problems (yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, abdominal pain, or inability to urinate); a severe drop in blood pressure; fainting; persistent vomiting; or diarrhea. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop taking the medicine and contact your doctor immediately.
How long should I use Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet, and when will I see results?
Use Entp-A 5mg/5mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor for ongoing blood pressure control. You may notice results within a few days, but the full benefit can take up to four weeks. Regular monitoring of your blood pressure and kidney function is important.
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