Angiotensin II Antagonists, Calcium Antagonists, Anti-Anginal Drugs
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Amlovas LS 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 is also used for prevention of stroke, and diabetic nephropathy
When to Use
This medication is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB), prescribed for high blood pressure
Chest pain or pressure (angina)
Composition
Amlodipine - 5 MG
Losartan - 50 MG
Common Side Effects
- High potassium level
- Feeling weak
- Lightheaded
- Headache
- Feeling dizzy
- Kidney function that gets worse
- Feel like passing out
- Loose stools (diarrhea)
- Hard stools (constipation)
- Swelling in the arms or legs
- Cough
- Have numbness or tingling