Amvasc BE 5 mg

The following are the uses and benefits of taking Amlodipine (Amvasc BE) 5mg:

1. Treatment and management of high blood pressure (hypertension).
2. Used as treatment, prevention, and help relieve heart disease symptoms, such as chest pain (angina).

Many of the most common side effects of taking Amlodipine (Amvasc BE) 5mg are headache, flushing, feeling tired, and swollen ankles. Other side effects include nausea and vomiting. These symptoms are usually relieved within a few days.

Amlodipine (Amvasc BE) 5mg is a hypertension medicine that belongs to the calcium channel blockers. It prevents calcium from entering the smooth muscle cells lining the coronary arteries and other body arteries. It helps widen the coronary arteries, increasing blood flow and oxygen to the heart.

Advise patients taking medication for erectile dysfunction or phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors such as Sildenafil that will result in or may result in dangerously low blood pressure, such as fainting (orthostatic hypotension).

For patients taking cholesterol-lowering medications or anti-hyperlipidemic medications such as simvastatin, these medications should be limited to 20 mg daily.

For patients with liver dysfunctions, the dosage of these medications should be lowered. 

For patients who are currently using combined hormonal contraceptives, consult your physician. Certain hormonal contraceptives, such as the combined pill and patch, are not typically recommended for patients with high blood pressure.

How to deal with side - effects and what to do in response:

1. Headaches – ensure that you get adequate rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid excessive alcohol consumption. Consult your pharmacist for a painkiller or pain reliever recommendation. Generally, headaches lessen after the first week of taking amlodipine. Consult your physician if they persist for more than a week or are severe.
2. Feeling Dizzy or Dizziness – If amlodipine causes dizziness, discontinue your activities or works and sit or lie down until you feel better.
3. Flushing – Reduce the intake of coffee, tea, and alcohol. It may be beneficial to keep the room cool and use a fan. Additionally, you can spray your face with cool water or drink cold or iced beverages. After a few days, the flushing should subside. If it persists or is causing you problems, consults your physician.
4. A pounding heartbeat – Consult your doctor if you continue to have problems after a week; a different type of medication will be prescribed.
5. Swollen Ankles – When seated, raise your legs.

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How do patients’ take this medicine? 

• The recommended starting dose of Amlodipine (Amvasc BE), 2.5 mg for children and adults, is 5 mg once daily, with a maximum dose of 10 mg once daily.
• If the first dose isn't working well enough (for example, if your blood pressure isn't dropping sufficiently or your angina isn't controlled), you may need to increase your dose to 10 mg. Amlodipine must be taken regularly to be effective. Continue to take this medication even if you start to experience better. Do not suddenly stop taking it unless directed otherwise by your doctor, as doing so may worsen your condition.
• Amlodipine can be taken with or without food. 

What should do the patients do if they miss a dose?

• Take the missed dose immediately upon recall. If the next dose starts, skip the missed dose and proceed to the usual dose. Do not double dose to avoid overdosage. 
• If you frequently forget to take your doses, setting the alarm will serve as a reminder. Consult your pharmacist for additional tips on remembering to take your medication.

What should do the patients do if they miss a dose?

• Take the missed dose immediately upon recall. If the next dose starts, skip the missed dose and proceed to the usual dose. Do not double dose to avoid overdosage. 
• If you frequently forget to take your doses, setting the alarm will serve as a reminder. Consult your pharmacist for additional tips on remembering to take your medication.

Is Amlodipine (Amvasc BE) 5mg tablet safe to use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

• Amlodipine is not generally recommended in pregnant patients or nursing mothers. 
• Ask your doctor about the benefits and risks of taking amlodipine if you're trying to conceive or already pregnant. You may be able to switch to more appropriate medication.