Amlosartan 5 mg+160 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 8.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 240.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Amlodipine besilate valsartan |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of hypertension
Pharmacology
- Amlodipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker
- Valsartan blocks the vasoconstrictor and aldosterone-secreting effects of Angiotensin II
Dosage & Administration
- Once daily doses of 2.5 mg - 10 mg for Amlodipine
- Doses of 80 mg - 320 mg for Valsartan
Interaction
- No drug interaction studies have been conducted with Amlodipine and Valsartan combination
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any components of this product
Side Effects
- Peripheral edema
- Nasal congestion
- Sore throat and discomfort when swallowing
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Dizziness
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category D
- Potential adverse effects on nursing infant
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid fetal or neonatal exposure
- Assess for hypotension
- Warn patients with severe obstructive coronary artery disease
- Titrate slowly in patients with impaired hepatic or severely impaired renal function
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness in paediatric patients have not been established
Therapeutic Class
- Combined antihypertensive preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children