Amodep-TM Tablet-10 tablets

Introduction Amodep-TM Tablet is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It is a combination of two medicines that effectively controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure and thus reduces the chances of future heart attack and stroke. This medicine should be used along with a proper diet, salt restriction, and regular exercise for best results. It should be taken regularly with or without food at a fixed time every day. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly as may result in sudden increase of blood pressure. You may experience mild dizziness initially while taking this medicine, but this improves with time. Swelling of the ankle may occur in some patients as a side effect. Uses of Amodep-TM Tablet Hypertension (high blood pressure) Amodep-TM Tablet side effects Common Sleepiness Ankle swelling Headache Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk) Dizziness Tiredness Palpitations Stomach upset Increased potassium level in blood How to use Amodep-TM Tablet 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. Amodep-TM Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. How Amodep-TM Tablet works Amodep-TM Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB). They work by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Together, they lower blood pressure effectively. Amodep-TM Tablet related warnings Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amodep-TM Tablet Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Amodep-TM 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. Lactation SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Amodep-TM 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 Amodep-TM Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Amodep-TM 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 Amodep-TM Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Amodep-TM Tablet is recommended. Liver CAUTION Amodep-TM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amodep-TM Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Amodep-TM Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.