Uses of Amlor 5mg

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Amlor 5mg medicine contains the active ingredient Amlodipine and belongs to the group of calcium channel blockers. Amlor 5mg is indicated for the treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris.

1. What is amlor 5mg?

Amlor 5mg, first approved by the FDA in 1987, is a popular antihypertensive drug in the dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker class. Because of their selectivity for peripheral vasculature, dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers are associated with the rate of myocardial depression and have less effect on cardiac electrical conduction than other calcium channel blockers.
Amlodipine's role is often demonstrated when used in the treatment of high blood pressure and angina pectoris. Amlodipine has antioxidant properties and the ability to increase the production of nitric oxide (NO), an important vasodilator that lowers blood pressure. The option for a single daily dose of Amlodipine is an attractive feature of this label.

2. Uses of Amlor 5mg

Amlodipine is used to treat high blood pressure. Everyone has blood pressure - the driving force that keeps blood moving throughout the body. Physiological blood pressure fluctuates so it can be different at different times of the day, depending on how busy or anxious each individual is. However, people with hypertension have blood pressure that is consistently higher than it should be, even when completely calm and relaxed.
Because people often have no symptoms, the only way to know they have high blood pressure is to have their blood pressure checked regularly at home. If high blood pressure is left untreated, it can lead to serious health problems in the long run. People may feel fine and have no symptoms, but eventually a sudden increase in blood pressure can cause stroke, heart disease, and kidney failure. Therefore, the antihypertensive drug Amlor will help lower blood pressure in these circumstances.
Besides, Amlodipine is also used to treat angina attacks. This is a lack of oxygen to the heart and is characterized by a feeling of pain and discomfort in the chest. This effect is also due to the mechanism of calcium channel blockers or calcium ion antagonists.
Regardless of the indications, Amlodipine should only be used with a doctor's prescription.

3. Things to note before taking Amlor

Do not take Amlor or drugs containing amlodipine if:
Have ever had an allergic reaction to the active ingredient or any of its ingredients; Have had an allergic reaction to other medicines of this class; Are pregnant or breast-feeding, unless authorized by your doctor; The expiry date has passed or the packaging appears to be tampered with; Use in children is not recommended because safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been established. In addition, the patient should also tell the doctor if he or she has or has ever had any medical conditions, especially the following:
Heart problems; Liver failure.

4. How to take Amlor 5mg

Need to take Amlor 5mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all instructions given by your doctor or pharmacist. The usual dose of amlodipine is one 5mg tablet per day. Your doctor may increase this dose to one 10mg tablet per day.
Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water and can be taken with or without food. If you need to break the pill, hold the pill with both hands and break it along the break line.
Always take your medicine at the same time every day, morning or evening. This will help the treatment achieve the best effect and also make it easier for the patient to remember when taking the medicine.
If you miss a dose less than 12 hours after you should have taken it, take it as soon as you remember and continue as usual. Otherwise, skip the missed dose and take your next dose, do not take a double dose. Do not stop taking Amlor without your doctor's permission.
If you accidentally take too much Amlodipine, you may feel dizzy, lightheaded, faint, or have an irregular heartbeat. At this time, it is necessary to quickly go to the nearest hospital for proper medical intervention.
Be careful when driving or operating machinery when starting treatment with the antihypertensive drug Amlor. Amlodipine may cause dizziness or lightheadedness in some people, especially after taking the first dose or increasing the dose.

5. Possible side effects when taking the antihypertensive drug Amlor

All drugs can have unwanted effects. Therefore, it is necessary to be aware of the possible side effects when taking Amlor antihypertensive drugs and promptly notify the doctor:
Swelling of ankles, feet, face or hands; Headache ; Tired; Dizziness, drowsiness; Face flushed; heart palpitations ; Nausea; Stomach pain, indigestion. Here are the more common side effects of Amlodipine that are mild and short-lived:
Muscle pain or cramps; Sexual problems; Swollen gums; Constipation; Weight gain; Insomnia; depressed mood; Changes in vision or vision; Hair loss; Tinnitus. However, tell your doctor right away if you notice any of the following:
Change in heart rate (fast or slow); Chest pain; Dizziness or lightheadedness when standing up; Short of breath; symptoms of liver disease such as itching, yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine; tingling or numbness of hands or feet; unusual tiredness or weakness; Mood swings, feeling anxious or stressed; Unusual movements, including tremors and tremors of the hands and fingers. In summary, the use of Amlor 5mg drug is used to lower blood pressure, relieve chronic stable angina in adults. Because Amlor 5mg is only available with a doctor's prescription, it's important to follow the instructions exactly and know how to monitor your blood pressure at home to gauge its long-term effectiveness.

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