Active Drug Composition & Packaging
Active Ingredient: Amlodipine 5 mg + Atenolol 50 mg
Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
Packaging Details: Strip of 15 Tablets
Dosage Form: Tablet
Prescription Status: Prescription Required (Rx)
1. Uses & Indications
Hypertension (high blood pressure) and prevention of angina pectoris (chest pain) and cardiovascular complications.
2. How It Works (Mechanism of Action)
Dual cardiovascular action: Amlodipine relaxes peripheral arterial smooth muscles causing vasodilation, while Atenolol slows heart rate and cardiac workload.
3. Dosage & Administration
Take once daily at the same time every morning with or without food. Do not discontinue abruptly.
4. Common Side Effects
Peripheral ankle swelling (edema), mild dizziness upon standing, fatigue, slow pulse, or cold extremities.
5. Safety Advice & Warnings
- Alcohol: Caution advised. Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol with this medication.
- Pregnancy: Consult your cardiologist. Beta-blockers like Atenolol cross placenta and require clinical supervision.
- Breastfeeding: Consult your healthcare provider before use while breastfeeding.
- Driving: May cause mild dizziness or drowsiness in sensitive individuals. Do not drive if affected.
- Kidney & Liver: Use with caution in patients with underlying kidney or liver conditions.
Alternative Substitutes (Same Drug Composition):
Amlokind-AT Tablet (Mankind Pharma Ltd) | Amlovas-AT Tablet (Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd) | Amlong-A Tablet (Micro Labs Ltd) | Amodep-AT Tablet (FDC Ltd)

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