Calcium Antagonists, Anti-Anginal Drugs, ACE Inhibitors / Direct Renin Inhibitors
Tablet
Amlodil EL Tablet
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How it works
- It is a calcium channel blocker
- It controls chest pain by increasing blood supply to the heart muscle, but it does not stop chest pain once it starts
- It reduces elevated blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels
- It lowers blood pressure by lowering a strong chemical in the body
- It helps kidney function in patients with high blood sugar (diabetes)
- It helps the heart work better
- It helps blood flow
When to Use
High blood pressure either alone or with other medications
Chest pain or pressure (angina)
It decreases certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels
It is also used for heart failure
Composition
Enalapril - 5 MG
Amlodipine - 5 MG
Common Side Effects
- Feeling dizzy
- Hard stools (constipation)
- Headache
- Cough
- Swelling in the arms or legs
- Bad taste in your mouth