Amlovas Xm 5/50

Composition of Amlovas Xm 5/50

Amlovas Xm 5/50 contains Amlodipine (5mg) + Metoprolol Succinate (50mg). It belongs to the Calcium channel blocker and Beta blocker class of medicines.

Uses of Amlovas Xm 5/50

Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Amlovas XM 5/50 Tablet PR prevents the formation of blood clot. This makes blood flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. Altogether
• it reduces the risk of a chest pain caused by angina. This medicine might help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively. In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Amlovas XM 5/50 Tablet PR is a combination of two medicines. Both medicines work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Together they help relax blood vessels
• reduce heart rate
• and make it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body. This leads to lower blood pressure. If blood pressure is controlled
• the risk of a heart attack
• stroke
• or kidney problems is also reduced. This medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed for it to be effective. This medicine does not show any direct benefits
• but works in the long term to keep you well. Also
• make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Show More

How Amlovas Xm 5/50 works

Amlovas XM 5/50 Tablet PR is a combination of two medicines:

How to take Amlovas Xm 5/50

Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Amlovas XM 5/50 Tablet PR may be taken with or without food.

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 Amlovas XM 5/50 Tablet PR, 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 a dangerously slow heartbeat, a severe fall in blood pressure, wheezing and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Amlovas Xm 5/50

Most side effects of Amlovas Xm 5/50 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

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 Amlovas Xm 5/50

Warnings and precautions

Ankle swelling is the commonest reason people stop this medicine — tell your doctor, as there are ways to manage it. Tell your doctor if your chest pain becomes more frequent or more severe after starting. Swollen, tender or overgrown gums should be reported; good brushing and regular dental care reduce the risk. Never stop this medicine suddenly. Stopping abruptly can cause a sharp rise in blood pressure, worsening chest pain or a heart attack — your doctor will reduce it gradually. Tell your doctor if you have asthma or long-standing lung disease; this group can tighten the airways. If you have diabetes, be aware that this medicine can mask the early warning signs of low blood sugar, apart from sweating. Report a resting pulse that is persistently very slow, or fainting.

Do not take Amlovas Xm 5/50 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 with a very slow heart rate, certain heart block disorders, or uncontrolled heart failure. Generally avoided in severe asthma.

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. Combining with verapamil or diltiazem can slow the heart dangerously. Tell your doctor about diabetes medicines and about any asthma inhaler.

How to store Amlovas Xm 5/50

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Amlovas Xm 5/50

It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause sudden increase in your blood pressure. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Calcium channel blocker and Beta blocker