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strip of 10 tablets:,10:,Strip: – Alcohol : CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Amlopen 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Amlopen 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | – Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Amlopen 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
Amlopen 5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Amlopen 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 : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Amlopen 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Amlopen 5mg Tablet is recommended. | – Liver : CAUTION
Amlopen 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amlopen 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Amlopen 5mg Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.:
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. Amlopen 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.:
If you miss a dose of Amlopen 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.\n:
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How long does it take for Amlopen 5mg Tablet to work?::: Amlopen 5mg Tablet starts working on the day it is taken. However, it may take weeks to see the full effect. You should continue taking the medicine even if you feel better or if you do not notice any considerable difference. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns or you feel worse after taking the medicine.| Does Amlopen 5mg Tablet cause itching?::: Amlopen 5mg Tablet may cause itching in some patients, though it is an uncommon side effect. However, if you experience severe itching contact your doctor.| Is Amlopen 5mg Tablet bad for the kidneys?::: No, there is no evidence that Amlopen 5mg Tablet causes deterioration of kidney problems. Amlopen 5mg Tablet can be used in normal doses in patients with kidney problems. In fact, its blood pressure-lowering effect, it helps to prevent injury to the kidneys due to hypertension.| Should I take Amlopen 5mg Tablet in the morning or at night?::: Amlopen 5mg Tablet can be taken anytime of the day. Usually, it is advised to be taken in the morning, but your doctor may advise to take it in the evening as well. You should take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.| For how long do I need to take Amlopen 5mg Tablet?::: You should keep on taking Amlopen 5mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel well or your blood pressure is well controlled. If you stop taking Amlopen 5mg Tablet, your blood pressure may increase again and your condition may worsen. | Is Amlopen 5mg Tablet a beta-blocker?::: No, Amlopen 5mg Tablet is not a beta-blocker. It belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can easily flow through the blood vessels.| What are the serious side effects of Amlopen 5mg Tablet?::: Amlopen 5mg Tablet may cause some serious side effects such as liver problems (yellowing of skin, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite), pancreatitis (severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting), and recurrent chest pain which may be indicative of a heart attack. However, these side effects are rarely seen. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medicine to you because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of any potential side effects. Follow your doctor’s advice.| What should I avoid while taking Amlopen 5mg Tablet?::: Consult your doctor first before starting any new prescription or non-prescription medicines or supplements. Take low sodium and low-fat diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor. Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Amlopen 5mg Tablet. Stop smoking and taking alcohol as this helps to lower your blood pressure and prevents heart problems.| I have developed ankle edema and swelling over my feet after using a Amlopen 5mg Tablet. What should I do?::: Amlopen 5mg Tablet can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce swelling raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.:
Amlopen 5mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. In high blood pressure, it normalizes the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body. In heart-related chest pain (angina), the enhanced blood flow in the body relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart. It also improves the oxygen flow in the body, thereby, preventing any heart-related chest pain.:
Morepen Laboratories Ltd | 409, Antriksh Bhawan, 22 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi – 110 001:
Amlopen 5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). It lowers blood pressure and reduces the heart’s workload, which helps prevent heart attacks and strokes. Amlopen 5mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. You can take it at any time of the day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at about the same time each day. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. 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 yourself active with regular exercise, managing your weight, and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure.The most common side effects include headache, edema, fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, and somnolence. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or reduce the side effects. There has been reports of lichenoid keratosis (a benign, inflamed, solitary skin lesion, typically brownish or reddish, found on sun-exposed areas) in some patients taking Amlopen 5mg Tablet, if you experience this, let your doctor know.Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver, heart, or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking, especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.:
