Amtas Tablets 5mg/80mg

Product Description

Product Name: Amtas Tablets 5mg/80mg

Product Form: Tablets

Pack Size: 14's

Manufactured By: Getz Pharma

Used For:

• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Used in patients requiring dual therapy for blood pressure control, helping to lower the risk of complications such as heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease.
• Patients with High Cardiovascular Risk: This combination is beneficial for patients with coexisting cardiovascular risk factors, as both drugs help protect the heart and blood vessels.

Side Effects:

• Common Side Effects:
  • Amlodipine: Swelling of the legs or ankles (peripheral edema), dizziness, flushing, headache, and fatigue.
  • Telmisartan: Dizziness, fatigue, upper respiratory infections, and occasionally elevated potassium levels (hyperkalemia).
• Less Common but Serious Side Effects:
  • Amlodipine: Hypotension (low blood pressure), palpitations, and rarely, worsening chest pain (if angina is present).
  • Telmisartan: Kidney dysfunction, high potassium levels (hyperkalemia), and, though rare, angioedema (a severe allergic reaction causing swelling).

Precautions:

• Monitoring Kidney Function and Electrolytes: Especially important when using telmisartan, as it may impact potassium levels and kidney function.
• Pregnancy: Telmisartan is contraindicated in pregnancy due to risks of fetal toxicity. Amlodipine is also generally avoided unless absolutely necessary and closely monitored.
• Avoid Grapefruit Juice: Grapefruit can increase amlodipine levels in the blood, leading to an elevated risk of side effects.
• Hydration: Proper hydration is essential, as dehydration can increase the risk of low blood pressure, particularly when moving from sitting to standing (postural hypotension).
• Drug Interactions: Caution when combining with other medications that affect blood pressure or potassium levels, like potassium supplements and NSAIDs, as these may increase the risk of adverse effects.