Amlokind H Tablet

Composition of Amlokind H Tablet

Amlokind H Tablet contains Amlodipine (5mg) + Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg). It belongs to the Calcium channel blocker and Water tablet class of medicines.

Uses of Amlokind H Tablet

• lowers blood pressure
• reduces fluid retention
• prevents heart complications

Key benefits

• In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Amlokind-H Tablet is used to manage high blood pressure. It helps lower blood pressure levels
• reducing the strain on the heart and arteries. It supports long-term heart health and helps lower the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

How Amlokind H Tablet works

Calcium-channel blocker that relaxes blood vessels to lower BP and reduce chest pain.

How to take Amlokind H Tablet

Take as directed by the physician, swallow whole with water, avoid alcohol consumption

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Amlokind-H Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a severe fall in blood pressure and a dangerously slow or irregular heartbeat. It can cause severe dehydration, a sharp fall in blood pressure and dangerous salt imbalances. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Amlokind H Tablet

Most side effects of Amlokind H are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Ankle swelling
• flushing
• headache
• dizziness.

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Amlokind H Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Stand up slowly to reduce dizziness; report worsening chest pain or severe swelling.

Do not take Amlokind H if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with very low blood pressure or with severe narrowing of the aortic valve. Not for people who are unable to pass urine, or who are severely dehydrated.

Interactions with other medicines

Grapefruit juice raises the level of some of these medicines in the blood — avoid it. Tell your doctor about other blood pressure medicines, and about simvastatin in particular. Anti-inflammatory painkillers blunt the effect and can strain the kidneys. Lithium and digoxin levels are affected; tell your doctor if you take either. Potassium-sparing types must not be combined with potassium supplements without supervision.

How to store Amlokind H Tablet

Store at room temperature.

Expert advice for Amlokind H Tablet

Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate. It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth. Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure, kidney function and the levels of salts such as potassium in your blood while you are taking this medicine.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Mankind Pharma Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Antihypertensive

Drug class:

Calcium channel blocker and Water tablet