Ambrican 5 Tablet
Manufacturer
Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition
Ambrisentan (5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ambrican 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (high pressure in the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs).
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ambrican 5 Tablet is an endothelin receptor blocker used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension. It helps to improve your quality of life, exercising ability, and delay disease progression. Your doctor has prescribed this medicine to treat high pressure in the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs.
Directions for Use
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. Ambrican 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Ambrican 5 Tablet is an endothelin receptor blocker. It blocks the action of endothelin (a natural substance) that causes blood vessels to narrow (constrict). This narrowing increases the pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs. Ambrican 5 Tablet helps relax these blood vessels and increases the supply of blood to the lungs.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Ambrican 5 Tablet to treat high pressure in the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs. It helps improve your quality of life, exercising ability, and delay disease progression. Your doctor may ask you to get routine blood tests done to check for anemia and to assess the functioning of your liver. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Ambrican 5 Tablet affects you. Notify your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Ambrican 5 Tablet cause liver problems?
Yes, Ambrican 5 Tablet can increase liver enzymes. In rare cases, it may lead to liver injury or inflammation of the liver (autoimmune hepatitis). If you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dark urine, and yellowing of the skin, consult your doctor immediately.
How should Ambrican 5 Tablet be taken?
The usual dosage of Ambrican 5 Tablet is one dose per day. It can be taken with or without food, but it's recommended to take it at the same time each day. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Avoid crushing, chewing, or breaking the tablet.
Can I stop taking Ambrican 5 Tablet on my own?
No, you should not stop taking Ambrican 5 Tablet without consulting your doctor as this could worsen your condition. Talk to your doctor if you need to stop it.
What is the most important thing that I should know about Ambrican 5 Tablet?
Ambrican 5 Tablet can cause serious birth defects if taken during pregnancy. Therefore, women of reproductive age should undergo a pregnancy test before starting this medication. It's crucial to use two reliable methods of contraception throughout treatment with Ambrican 5 Tablet.
What are the serious side effects of Ambrican 5 Tablet?
Serious side effects of Ambrican 5 Tablet include swelling all over the body (fluid retention), decreased sperm count, and low red blood cell count (anemia). Contact your doctor immediately if you experience unusual weight gain, fatigue, or difficulty breathing.
Why have I been prescribed Ambrican 5 Tablet?
Ambrican 5 Tablet is used to treat pulmonary hypertension in adults. Pulmonary hypertension is a condition involving increased blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries (blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs). Ambrican 5 Tablet relaxes the pulmonary arteries, making it easier for the heart to pump blood through them.
What are the symptoms of overdose of Ambrican 5 Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Ambrican 5 Tablet may cause headaches, flushing, dizziness, or nausea. It could also lead to low blood pressure which can result in lightheadedness. Contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical services if you take more than the recommended dosage.
