Pregnancy Interaction

• Be careful when using.
• Amlodipine is thought to be low risk during pregnancy, although there isn't a lot of good human research on it.
• Only given if the possible benefit is greater than the possible harm.
• Uncontrolled high blood pressure during pregnancy can be dangerous, therefore therapy is necessary but must be watched.
• Always talk to a gynecologist before using.

Faq For Medicine

Q1.What is Amlosafe 2.5 mg used for?
It is used to treat angina (chronic stable or vasospastic) and high blood pressure (hypertension).

Q2: Can I take it every day?
Yes. People normally take it once a day, at the same time every day.

Q3. Is it safe to use for a long time?
Yes, amlodipine is often used to keep blood pressure stable over time.

Q4. Can it make your feet swell?
Yes. It is recognized that pedal edema is a side effect.

Q5. Is it safe for older people?
Yes, although you may need to change the dose because of sensitivity.

Q6. Can I stop taking it when my blood pressure is normal?
No. Don't quit suddenly; this could make your blood pressure go up again.

Q7. Is it okay to drink?
Stay away from alcohol because it can make you feel more dizzy or reduce your blood pressure too much.

Expert Advice

• For optimal effects, take the tablet at the same time every day.
• Don't miss doses; to keep your blood pressure under control, you need to take them on time every time.
• Check your blood pressure often.
• To avoid getting dizzy, get up carefully from sitting or lying down.
• To better control your blood pressure, stay away from foods heavy in salt.
• Tell your doctor if your feet are swelling, you feel very dizzy, or you can't breathe.
• Safe to use for a long time, but you need to check up on it regularly.

Side Effects

• Normal:
• Feet and ankles swelling (edema)
• Pain in the head
• Flushing
• Feeling dizzy
• Tiredness
• Heart palpitations
• Pain in the stomach
• Not commom,but serious
• Severe low blood pressure
• Reactions to allergies
• Heartbeats that aren't regular
• If you have serious symptoms, see a doctor.

 How It Works

• Amlodipine is a kind of calcium channel blocker (CCB).
• It makes the blood arteries less tight, which makes it easier for blood to circulate.
• Lowers blood pressure and makes it easier for the heart to get oxygen.
• Increases blood flow to the heart, which relieves chest pain.

Medicine Interaction

• Be careful when using with:
• Other blood pressure medications may produce a reduction in blood pressure that is too high.
• Beta-blockers, such atenolol
• Diuretics
• CYP3A4 inhibitors (such ketoconazole and erythromycin) could raise the levels of amlodipine.
• CYP3A4 inducers (like rifampicin) can make the drug less effective.
• Food Interaction
• Don't drink grapefruit juice because it could make amlodipine levels higher.
• Drinking alcohol may make you feel more dizzy.
• Interaction of Diseases
• Heart failure
• Problems with the liver

 How to Use

• Take one tablet per day, with or without food.
• Do not crush; just swallow whole with water.
• Every day at the same time.
• Take your missed dose as soon as you can, unless it's almost time for the next one. Do NOT take two doses.

 Uses / Indications

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Angina that doesn't get worse
• Angina Vasospastic (Prinzmetal's)
• To lower the chance of heart problems caused by high blood pressure