Amtas LP Tablet-10 tablets

Introduction "Amtas LP 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 each day. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly as may result in sudden increase of blood pressure. Some patients may develop cough and swelling of ankle as side effects while using this medicine. It may also produce dizziness initially, but this improves with time. " Uses of Amtas LP Tablet Hypertension (high blood pressure) Amtas LP Tablet side effects Common Ankle swelling Headache Tiredness Palpitations Increased potassium level in blood Sleepiness Cough Taste change Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk) Decreased blood pressure Stomach upset How to use Amtas LP 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. Amtas LP Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. How Amtas LP Tablet works Amtas LP Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Amlodipine and lisinopril which lower blood pressure effectively. It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently. Amtas LP Tablet related warnings Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amtas LP Tablet Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Amtas LP 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 Amtas LP 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 Amtas LP Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Amtas LP Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Kidney CAUTION Amtas LP Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Amtas LP Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment. Liver CAUTION Amtas LP Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Amtas LP Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.