Medical Description
Uses of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets
Contraindications of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets
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If you are allergic to this amlodipine, atenolol or any of the ingredients of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets.
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If you have low blood pressure.
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If you have any kind of heart-related diseases.
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If you have a blood circulation problem due to which affects the blood supply to different body parts.
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If you have a hormone-secreting tumour in the adrenal gland (Pheochromocytoma).
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If you are suffering from metabolic acidosis, a condition when the body produces excess acid.
Side effects of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Headache
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Dizziness
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Nausea
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Stomach pain
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Sleepiness
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Tiredness
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Ankle swelling
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Swelling
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Hot flushes
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Fluid retention
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Pounding heartbeats
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Precautions and Warnings of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
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You have a liver problem or kidney problems.
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You experience that your heart condition is getting worse.
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You are suffering from high or low blood sugar level.
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You are suffering from respiratory tract infections like asthma or obstruction of the airways.
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You have a planned surgery or operation.
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You develop a thyroid disorder during treatment with Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets.
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You are above 60 years.
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You are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Mode of Action of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
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Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets works by the combined action of Atenolol & Amlodipine.
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Atenolol works by blocking the certain natural chemicals in your body, like epinephrine, to the heart and blood vessels which ultimately helps in lowering heart rate, blood pressure and strain on the heart.
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Amlodipine works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, thereby facilitating blood circulation and lowering blood pressure.
Directions for Use of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor.
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Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not break, cut or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or without food.
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It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for better blood pressure control and do not consume it more than the quantity prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
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Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets is a combination of two medicines and there is no sufficient information available on the interaction of this combination with other medicines. Any interaction which is seen with amlodipine or telmisartan can happen with this combination too.
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Always inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for any disorders.
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In particular, if you are taking medicines like immunosuppressants (such as ciclosporin), medicines for heart and brain-related disorders, muscle relaxants, cholesterol-lowering medicines, etc.
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You may experience an excess drop in blood pressure if you are taking any other blood pressure-lowering medicines, antifungal medicines and antibiotics with this medicine.
Interactions with food items
Storage and disposal of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets
Store Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat. Keep it away from children and pets. Do not use expired or damaged medicines. Discard any unused medicine properly, do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Dosage of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets
Overdose
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Symptoms of an overdose of Amlip At Strip Of 10 Tablets tablet include laziness, a respiratory disorder like wheezing sound, sick sinus, slow heartbeat, low blood pressure, constriction of airways and low blood sugar level.
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In case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. An overdose of this medicine can sometimes lead to heart failure.
Missed a Dose
Do not take a double dose of this medicine, if you have missed a dose; take the next dose as soon as you remember. It would be best if you never miss a dose of blood pressure medicine as it can lead to serious side effects like sudden fall in blood pressure and associated symptoms such as fainting, lightheadedness, dizziness, dehydration, etc.
