What is the use of amlong tablet?
Amlong 5 Tablet 15’s is used to treat heart related conditions like angina (chest pain) and high blood pressure (hypertension). It is a calcium channel blocker that inhibits entry of calcium (ions) across the heart that relaxes and widens the smooth muscles for better blood flow.
When should I take amlong 5 tablet?
Amlong Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. You can take it at any time of the day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at about the same time each day.
What is amlodipine 2.5 mg tab?
Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.
Is 2.5 mg of amlodipine effective?
Amlodipine produces a dose-related reduction in blood pressures with once-daily dosing, 2.5 mg being the minimum effective dose, and is well tolerated.
What is the side effect of amlodipine?
The most common side effects include headache, flushing, feeling tired and swollen ankles. These usually improve after a few days. Amlodipine can be called amlodipine besilate, amlodipine maleate or amlodipine mesilate.
Does amlong cause constipation?
It is one of the most widely prescribed anti-hypertensive agents. The reported chronic gastrointestinal side effects from amlodipine include constipation, dyspepsia, dysphagia, diarrhea, flatulence and pancreatitis.
Can amlodipine 5mg be taken twice a day?
Adults—5 to 10 milligrams (mg) once a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 10 mg per day. Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.