Composition

Amlodipine (5mg) + Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg)

Primary Uses

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

How It Works

Amlodipine and hydrochlorothiazide which lower blood pressure effectively.\tAmlodipine is a calcium channel blocker which relaxes blood vessels and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic which removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.

How To Use

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. Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Common Side Effects

Glucose intolerance | Sleepiness | Ankle swelling | Headache | Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk) | Tiredness | Palpitations | Nausea | Increased blood uric acid | Decreased potassium level in blood | Altered blood lipid level

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. | - Liver : CAUTION

Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Genericart Amlodipine+Hydrochlorothiazide 5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol Interaction

UNSAFE

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Breast Feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Driving

UNSAFE

Kidney Disease

CAUTION

Liver Disease

CAUTION

Storage Information

Store below 30?C

Packaging Details

strip of 10 tablets

Manufacturer Address

Yaman-2, 1st Floor, Near New English School, Pandharpur Road, Miraj-416410

Country Of Origin

India