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About Amsten 5 mg/50 mg Tablet

AMLODIPINE+ATENOLOL belongs to a class of combination drug called 'anti-hypertensive'  primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the blood pressure against the artery walls becomes too high. This can lead to damaged blood vessels leading to heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and other problems.

AMLODIPINE+ATENOLOL contains Amlodipine (a calcium channel blocker) and Atenolol (a beta-blocker). Amlodipine acts by relaxing and widening the constricted the blood vessels. This ultimately reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Atenolol works by blocking stress hormones like adrenaline and epinephrine, thereby slowing down the increased heart rate. Thus, it collectively helps lower raised blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke in future. 

Uses of Amsten 5 mg/50 mg Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Medicinal Benefits of Amsten 5 mg/50 mg Tablet

AMLODIPINE+ATENOLOL is a combination drug containing 'anti-hypertensive' drugs containing Amlodipine (a calcium channel blocker) and Atenolol (a beta-blocker) primarily taken for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). AMLODIPINE+ATENOLOL reduces the heart's workload making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body and relaxing and widening the blood vessel. Thus, it collectively helps lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke.

Directions for Use

Take the tablet of AMLODIPINE+ATENOLOL with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Side Effects of Amsten 5 mg/50 mg Tablet

• Nausea
• Sleepiness
• Ankle swelling
• Headache 
• Palpitations
• Cold extremities
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk)
• Slow heart rate
• Edema (swelling) 
• Constipation
• Tiredness

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

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to AMLODIPINE+ATENOLOL, are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, are breastfeeding, have liver disease, kidney disease, heart failure, a heart valve problem, or history of a heart attack. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use, including vitamins, minerals, herbal products and drugs prescribed by other doctors. You must closely monitor your blood pressure if you ever have had a stroke, heart attack or currently taking other blood pressure-lowering pills. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. And also, keep your doctor informed if you are taking anti-diabetic medicines along with AMLODIPINE+ATENOLOL. AMLODIPINE+ATENOLOL contains Atenolol, a category D pregnancy drug, so it should not be taken if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding as it can harm the baby. Lifestyle changes are beneficial in achieving optimum outcomes with AMLODIPINE+ATENOLOL and keeping blood pressure under check. Low salt diet, daily physical activity, losing weight in the case of people who are obese, etc., are the mainstay of treatment of hypertension.