Amlo Cb 5MG Tab

Composition

Amlodipine (5mg)

Uses of Amlo Cb 5MG Tab

Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic stable angina, vasospastic (Prinzmetal) angina; helps reduce risk of cardiovascular events related to high BP.

• •Lowers high blood pressure
• •Helps prevent stroke/heart attack risk from hypertension
• •Relieves angina (chest pain)
• •Improves blood flow by relaxing blood vessels

How it works

Amlodipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It relaxes and widens blood vessels by reducing calcium entry into vascular smooth muscle, lowering blood pressure and decreasing the heart’s workload, thereby relieving angina.

Directions for use

Tablet for oral use. Take as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time each day, with or without food. Swallow with water; do not stop suddenly without medical advice.

Side effects

Common side effects of Amlo Cb 5MG Tab may include:

• •Headache
• •dizziness
• •flushing
• •ankle/foot swelling (peripheral edema)
• •fatigue
• •palpitations
• •nausea