Amlopin M

Composition

Amlodipine (5mg) + Metoprolol Succinate (23.75mg)

Uses of Amlopin M

Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure); prevention/management of angina (chest pain) in patients requiring combination therapy

• •Lowers high blood pressure
• •Reduces risk of cardiovascular events with BP control
• •Improves angina symptoms
• •Decreases heart rate and cardiac workload
• •Provides dual-mechanism BP control in one tablet

How it works

Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes blood vessels, lowering blood pressure and improving blood flow. Metoprolol is a cardioselective beta-blocker that slows heart rate and reduces the force of contraction, decreasing cardiac workload and blood pressure.

Directions for use

Take by mouth as advised by the physician, usually once daily. Swallow the tablet whole (do not crush/chew as it may be extended-release). Can be taken with or without food; take at the same time each day.

Side effects

Common side effects of Amlopin M may include:

• •headache
• •dizziness
• •ankle swelling (edema)
• •flushing
• •fatigue