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About Apruv 5mg Tablet

S AMLODIPINE belongs to a class of medicines called calcium channel blockers which are primarily taken to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain). Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the blood pressure against the artery walls becomes high. The higher this blood pressure, the harder the heart has to pump. 

S AMLODIPINE contains 'S-amlodipine', a calcium channel blocker that acts by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke.

Uses of Apruv 5mg Tablet

High blood pressure (hypertension), Heart-related chest pain (angina), Prevention of a heart attack.

Medicinal Benefits of Apruv 5mg Tablet

S AMLODIPINE is used to treat heart-related conditions like angina (chest pain) and high blood pressure (hypertension). It is a calcium channel blocker that inhibits the entry of calcium (ions) across the heart that relaxes and widens the smooth muscles for better blood flow. Besides this, S AMLODIPINE helps prevent sudden spasms of the coronary artery (blood vessels of the heart) and reduces how hard the heart has to pump blood around the body, lowering its oxygen requirements. It improves an individual’s tolerance to physical activity and exercise and keeps their blood pressure normal during exercise. As a result, it overall protects your heart and keeps your heart healthy.

Directions for Use

S AMLODIPINE can be taken orally with or without food or as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the whole tablet with approximately a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Try to take it on the same day every day. Do not double the dose if missed.

Side Effects of Apruv 5mg Tablet

• Fatigue
• Ankle swelling
• Sleepiness
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk)
• Headache
• Difficulty in breathing
• Blurred vision
• Diarrhea
• Irregular heartbeat
• Chest tightness
• Black or tarry stools
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Palpitations
• Abdominal pain

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

S AMLODIPINE may interact with high blood pressure lowering pills (benazepril, metoprolol, ramipril, hydrochlorothiazide), drugs used to control lipid levels in the blood (atorvastatin, simvastatin), medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (sildenafil), antibiotics (clarithromycin, erythromycin, rifampin), antifungal (itraconazole, ketoconazole), anti-HIV drugs (ritonavir), anti-epilepsy medicines (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone), immune-suppressing drugs (cyclosporine, tacrolimus), cardiac glycoside (digoxin), blood thinners (warfarin), and painkillers (ibuprofen, aspirin).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with S AMLODIPINE to avoid unpleasant side effects like lowering of blood pressure (hypotension).

PREGNANCY

S AMLODIPINE is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary.

BREAST FEEDING

S AMLODIPINE is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. 

DRIVING

Drive with caution, S AMLODIPINE usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

LIVER

S AMLODIPINE should be used with caution, especially if you have or have had a history of liver disease.

KIDNEY

S AMLODIPINE should be used with caution, especially if you have or have had a history of kidney disease.