Amlozaar Tab

Composition

Amlodipine (5mg) + Losartan (50mg)

Uses of Amlozaar Tab

Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure), including patients not adequately controlled on single therapy; helps reduce risk of cardiovascular events associated with hypertension.

• •Lowers high blood pressure
• •Improves blood vessel relaxation and blood flow
• •Reduces risk of stroke and heart attack associated with hypertension
• •Convenient once-daily combination therapy
• •Useful when single-drug therapy is insufficient

How it works

Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes blood vessels by reducing calcium entry into vascular smooth muscle. Losartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that blocks AT1 receptors, leading to vasodilation and reduced aldosterone effects; together they lower blood pressure effectively.

Directions for use

Take orally as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time each day, with or without food. Swallow whole with water; do not stop suddenly without medical advice. Dose adjustments may be needed based on BP response and kidney function.

Side effects

Common side effects of Amlozaar Tab may include:

• •Dizziness
• •headache
• •peripheral edema (swelling of ankles/feet)