Amlowal-AT 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.
Used
- Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
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Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
How Amlowal At 5/50 MG Tablet 10 Works
Amlowal At 5/50 MG Tablet 10 is composed of two active ingredients:
- Amlodipine (5 mg): This ingredient falls under the category of calcium channel blockers. Its primary action is restricting the movement of calcium ions into the heart and vascular smooth muscle cells. By doing so, it helps widen your blood vessels and improve the supply of blood and oxygen to your heart. This action effectively lowers high blood pressure.
- Atenolol (50 mg): As a beta blocker, atenolol specifically targets beta-1-adrenergic receptors in your heart and vascular smooth muscle. By blocking these receptors, it reduces the effects of chemicals that can increase heart rate and blood pressure. This action helps slow down your heart rate and decrease blood pressure.
Side effects
- Headache
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Slow heart rate
- Palpitations
- Nausea
- Edema (swelling)
- Constipation
- Tiredness
- Cold extremities
Precautions
- Alcohol : Avoid consuming alcohol with Amlowal AT Tablet as it is deemed unsafe.
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Pregnancy / Breast feeding : Seek medical advice from your doctor, Amlowal AT Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy / breast feeding as there is definite evidence of risk to the baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks.
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Kidney/Liver : Amlowal AT Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney /liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amlowal AT Tablet may be needed. Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring. With kidney disease patients,regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment. Doctor consultation is advised.
