Amlogard 10mg Tablet 10?S Allschoolabs -

Description

INTRODUCTION
AMLOGARD contains S-Amlodipine which belongs to theroup of medicines called Antihypertensives. It is used to treat essential hypertension (abnormal high blood pressure which occurs mostly due to obesity, family history or unhealthy diet) and angina pectoris (type of chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart). ?
AMLOGARD is not recommended for use in patients with certain heart problems. AMLOGARD should be used with caution in patients having liver and kidney impairment. AMLOGARD should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if clearly advised by the doctor. ?
AMLOGARD should be used with caution in elderly patients so, consult your doctor before taking it. The most common side effects of taking AMLOGARD are headache, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, indigestion and visual disturbances, etc. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.
USES OF AMLOGARD
Treats:
Essential hypertension

Angina pectoris

HOW AMLOGARD WORKS
AMLOGARD reduces blood pressure by a direct relaxant effect on smooth muscle of blood vessels. In angina, it works by reducing the pressure against which the heart works, stabilizing the heart rate and thus reducing energy consumption and oxygen requirements by the heart muscle. It also probably dilatates the main coronary arteries and increases oxygen delivery by heart muscle in patients with coronary artery spasm.
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DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take AMLOGARD as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with alass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Correct dosage and duration of AMLOGARD will be prescribed to you by your doctor depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. ?
SIDE EFFECTS OF AMLOGARD

COMMON

Somnolence (over sleepiness), dizziness, headache

Visual disturbance including double vision

Palpitation (irregular and fast heartbeat)

Flushing

Dyspnoea (breathing difficulties)

Stomach pain, nausea, indigestion, altered bowel habits (diarrhoea and constipation)

Ankle swelling, muscle cramps

Edema (fluid retention)

Fatigue (weakness), asthenia (reduced muscle strength)

UNCOMMON

Depression, mood changes (including anxiety), lack of sleep

Tremor (shaking movements of hands), altered taste sensation

Syncope (fainting), numbness

Tingling or prickling sensation in hands, legs or feet

Tinnitus (ringing in ears)

Irregular heartbeat including slow and fast heartbeat

Low blood pressure

Cough, rhinitis (runny nose)

Vomiting, dry mouth

Hair loss, purpura (purple spots in skin), skin discolouration

Excessive sweating, pruritus (itchiness), rash (with or without disease or fever), hives

Joint, muscle or back pain

Urination disorder, frequent urination at night, increased urinary frequency

Impotence,ynaecomastia (breast enlargement in males)

Chest pain, pain, malaise (general unwell feeling)

Increased or decreased weight

RARE

Confusion

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Nausea and vomiting:
Take AMLOGARD with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily, fried or spicy foods. Do not lie down or sleep immediately after eating. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Diarrhoea:
Drink lot of fluids such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid eating high-fat or spicy foods. Do not take any medicine on your own to treat diarrhea without consulting your doctor.
Stomach pain:
Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to eat smaller meals more frequently. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. If you stomach still aches, consult your doctor.
Indigestion/Dyspepsia:
Raise your head and shoulders up while sleeping as this can prevent stomach acid from coming up. Do not eat 3 to 4 hours beforeoing to bed and avoid tea, coffee, cola, or alcohol. If indigestion does not improve, consult your doctor.
Constipation:
Eat plenty of fibre rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and cereals and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Headache:
Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Try to take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee. Massage the scalp or head with mild pressure. Consult your doctor if the symptomets worse.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY
AMLOGARD should be used with caution in pregnant women only if considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking AMLOGARD.?
BREASTFEEDING
AMLOGARD should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor taking AMLOGARD.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness, headache, fatigue (extreme tiredness), impaired ability to react or nausea after taking AMLOGARD.
KIDNEY
AMLOGARD should be used with caution in patients having kidney impairment. Consult your doctor before taking AMLOGARD.
LIVER
AMLOGARD should be used with caution in patients having liver impairment. Consult your doctor before taking AMLOGARD.
ALLERGY
Do not take if you are allergic or?dihydropyridine derivatives (such as felodipine, nimodipine) or?S-Amlodipine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. ?
HEART DISEASE
AMLOGARD is not recommended for use in patients with severe hypotension (low blood pressure), shock including cardiogenic shock (serious condition caused by the sudden drop in blood flow through the body, highrade aortic stenosis (obstruction of the outflow tract of the left ventricle), or haemodynamically unstable heart failure after heart attack. AMLOGARD should be used with caution in patients with congestive heart failure. Consult your doctor before taking AMLOGARD.
OTHERS
Use in pediatrics:
Safety and effectiveness of AMLOGARD is not established in children. Consult child?s doctor for advice.
Use ineriatrics:
AMLOGARD should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking it.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking AMLOGARD inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
Medicines used to treat certain viral infections (Ex. indinavir, ritonavir)

Medicines used to treat fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, miconazole)

Certain medicines used to treat bacterial infections (Ex. erythromycin, clarithromycin, rifampicin)

Certain medicines used to lower blood pressure (Ex. verapamil, diltiazem)

Dantrolene infusion (used to treat muscle stiffness)

Medicines used to preventraft rejection (Ex. tacrolimus, cyclosporine)

Simvastatin (used to reduce blood cholesterol)

St. john?s wort (used to treat depression)
B. Drug ? Food interaction:
Avoid eatingrapefruit or drinkingrapefruit juice while taking AMLOGARD as it may drop your blood pressure further.
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of AMLOGARD, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The common symptoms of overdose are low blood pressure and fast heartbeat.
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SYNOPSIS

Drug :??
S-Amlodipine
Pharmacological Category :?? Calcium Channel Blockers

Therapeutic Indication :??
Essential hypertension, Angina pectoris
Dosage Forms :??
Tablet
MORE INFORMATION

Keep AMLOGARD out of reach of children

Store at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT AMLOGARD
What is AMLOGARD and why is itiven?
AMLOGARD contains S-Amlodipine which is used in the treatment of essential hypertension (high blood pressure that is not caused by any other condition is called essential hypertension) and angina pectoris (chest pain).
Is AMLOGARD safe in pregnant women?
AMLOGARD is only recommended for use in pregnant women when there is no safer alternative and when the disease itself carriesreater risk for the mother and the baby. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning toet pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment with AMLOGARD.
Can AMLOGARD be taken by patients with heart disease?
AMLOGARD is not recommended for use in patients with severe hypotension (low blood pressure), shock including cardiogenic shock (life threatening condition caused by the sudden drop in blood flow through the body), blood flow obstruction to left ventricle (Ex. highrade aortic stenosis), haemodynamically unstable heart failure after heart attack and it should be used with caution in patients with congestive heart failure. Consult your doctor for advice before taking AMLOGARD.
Does AMLOGARD cause skin rash?
Yes, AMLOGARD may cause skin rash in some people. Try to avoid hot showers because it may cause skin irritation. Avoid frequent contact and rubbing over the affected area. Use sunscreen and protective clothing whenoing outdoors. If this symptom does notet better, consult your doctor for advice.
What are the common side effects of AMLOGARD?
The common side effects of taking AMLOGARD are somnolence (over sleepiness), dizziness, headache, visual disturbance including double vision, palpitation, flushing, shortness of breath, stomach pain, nausea, indigestion, altered bowel habits (diarrhoea and constipation), muscle cramps, weakness, reduced muscle strength, fluid retention and ankle swelling.
Can I take other medicines with AMLOGARD?
Before taking AMLOGARD inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescription, over the counter or any herbal medicine, as these might cause serious unusual effect by interacting with each other.
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