Amlovas-L Tablet

Short Description

Amlovas-L Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) by combining two medicines to control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Amlovas-L Tablet is a combination medication used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It helps to lower high blood pressure, thereby reducing the chances of future heart attacks and strokes. You can take Amlovas-L 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 ankle swelling, headache, cough, 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.

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. Amlovas-L Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Ankle swelling Headache Cough Weakness Tiredness Dizziness

Breastfeeding Warning

Consult your doctor for advice before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

Do not take Amlovas-L Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

Amlovas-L Tablet is a combination of two medicines that work together to lower blood pressure.

You have been prescribed Amlovas-L Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure. Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attacks and strokes. It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Do not take Amlovas-L Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.