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Azusa 8 mg Tablet
Azelnidipine (8mg)
₹167MRP ₹1755% offIn stock
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Azusa 8 mg Tablet is used for treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Azelnidipine (8mg)
Available variants: tablet 8 mg 15`S
Best price: ₹167 (₹11.10 per tablet)
MRP: ₹175
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: AJANTA PHARMA
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Azusa 8 mg Tablet
Azusa 8 mg Tablet contains Azelnidipine (8mg). It belongs to the Calcium channel blocker class of medicines.
Uses of Azusa 8 mg Tablet
Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Key benefits
- In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a condition where the force of blood against the artery walls remains consistently high
- which can damage the heart and blood vessels over time. Azusa 8mg Tablet helps lower blood pressure by relaxing and widening the blood vessels
- improving blood flow. Controlling blood pressure helps reduce the risk of heart attack
- stroke
- and other related complications
- supporting long-term cardiovascular health.
How Azusa 8 mg Tablet works
Azusa 8mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. It regulates the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the pressure on them, thereby making it easier for the heart to pump more blood throughout the body. In this way, it helps normalize the blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure.
How to take Azusa 8 mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Azusa 8mg Tablet 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 Azusa 8mg 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. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Azusa 8 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Azusa 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 Azusa 8 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Breast feeding CAUTION |
| Alcohol | Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Driving | Driving CAUTION |
| Kidney | Kidney CAUTION |
| Liver | Liver CAUTION |
| Habit forming | No |
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.
Do not take Azusa 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.
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.
How to store Azusa 8 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Azusa 8 mg Tablet
A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Azusa 8mg Tablet. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away. It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Azusa 8mg Tablet affects you. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- AJANTA PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- CARDIAC
- Drug class:
- Calcium channel blocker
- Chemical class:
- Diphenylmethanes
Substitutes for Azusa 8 mg Tablet
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|---|---|---|---|
| Azeliren 8 TabletLARENON | tablet · 10`S | ₹115 | 31% cheaper |
| Azovas 8 mgJB CHEMICALS | 10`S | ₹116 | 31% cheaper |
| Zeblong 8 TabletIPCA LABORATORIES LTD` | tablet · 10`S | ₹119 | 29% cheaper |
| Azusa 16 mg TabletAJANTA PHARMA | tablet · 15`S | ₹249 | 50% more |
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Azusa 8 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Azusa 8 mg Tablet used for?
Azusa 8 mg Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure). Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Azusa 8 mg Tablet?
Azusa 8 mg Tablet contains Azelnidipine (8mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Azusa 8 mg Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Azusa 8 mg Tablet work?
Azusa 8mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker.
Is Azusa 8 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Azusa 8 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Azusa 8 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Azusa are 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. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Azusa 8 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Azusa.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Azusa 8 mg Tablet?
Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
What if I miss a dose of Azusa 8 mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Azusa 8mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Azusa 8 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Azusa 8 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Azusa 8 mg Tablet?
Azeliren 8 Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹115 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Azusa 8 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Azusa 8 mg Tablet starts at ₹167 (MRP ₹175) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 8 mg 15`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Azusa 8 mg Tablet?
Azusa 8 mg Tablet is manufactured by AJANTA PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Azusa 8 mg Tablet delivered?
Azusa 8 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Azusa 8 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Azelnidipine (8mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹167 (₹11.10 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹175
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- AJANTA PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- AJANTA PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- CARDIAC
- Drug class
- Calcium channel blocker
- Chemical class
- Diphenylmethanes
- Action class
- Calcium Channel Blockers- Dihydropyridines (DHP)
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 8 mg 15`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Azusa 8 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.