Elgoog Health Series
Amlodipine (5mg) + Atenolol (2mg)
Amlobox AT 5mg/25mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina. It is a combination of two medicines that controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective.
Tablet
Amlobox AT 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.
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. Amlobox AT 5mg/25mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
No common side effects listed.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amlobox AT 5mg/25mg Tablet.
Amlobox AT 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.
Amlobox AT 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.
Amlobox AT 5mg/25mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines:
You have been prescribed Amlobox AT 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.
Making lifestyle changes can contribute to better health when taking Amlobox AT 5mg/25mg Tablet. Avoid smoking, as smoking increases your risk of heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. Maintaining a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in meals is also important. Regular exercise may strengthen your heart and reduce the risk of heart attack.
No, continue using Amlobox AT 5mg/25mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor even if you feel well. Stopping Amlobox AT 5mg/25mg Tablet abruptly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.
Store this medicine in its original container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Follow the instructions mentioned on the packaging for storage conditions. Dispose of unused medication appropriately. Ensure that it is not consumed by pets, children, or other individuals.
Amlobox AT 5mg/25mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients allergic to amlodipine, atenolol or any of its ingredients. It should also be avoided in those with a history of asthma or lung disease. Inform your doctor about your medical history and current medications.
Yes, headaches can occur during the early stages of treatment with Amlobox AT 5mg/25mg Tablet. Headaches usually subside after the first week of treatment. If you experience frequent or persistent headaches, contact your doctor.
Yes, feeling lightheaded can occur when using Amlobox AT 5mg/25mg Tablet. It may happen suddenly if you shift from a lying or sitting position to standing quickly. To minimize dizziness or fainting spells, rise slowly from a seated or lying position.