Amlip AT Tablet (10'S)

Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd

Salt Composition : Amlodipine(5mg), Atenolol(50mg)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

You can take Amlip AT Tablet at any time of day, on empty stomach, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

AMLIP AT TABLET is a combination of anti-hypertensive medications. Amlodipine acts by relaxing and widening the constricted blood vessels. This reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Atenolol works by slowing down the heart rate of the heart.


Pharmacokinets

Amlodipine is a dihydropyridine calcium antagonist drug with distinctive pharmacokinetic characteristics which appear to be attributable to a high degree of ionisation. Following oral administration, bioavailability is 60 to 65% and plasma concentrations rise gradually to peak 6 to 8h after administration.

Atenolol is a hydrophilic betareceptor blocking drug, which is predominantly eliminated via the kidneys, only about 5% of the atenolol is metabolised by the liver. After oral administration atenolol is incompletely absorbed from the intestine, so about 50% of the beta blocker are finally biovailable.

Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Amlip AT

Sleepiness

Headache

Ankle swelling

Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

Slow heart rate

Palpitations

Nausea

Edema (swelling)

Constipation

Tiredness

Cold extremities

Contra Indications

depression.

myasthenia gravis, a skeletal muscle disorder.

complete heart block.

second degree atrioventricular heart block.

sinus bradycardia.

Raynaud's phenomenon, a condition where blood vessels constrict too much with coldness or stress.

asthma.

Pregnancy Related Information

Amlip AT Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Amlip AT Tablet.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Amlip AT Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.


Indications

Amlip AT Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). This is a combination of two medicines that controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure and thus reduces the chances of future heart attack and stroke.

Interactions

Drug-Food Interaction: AMLIP AT TABLET is known to interact with grapefruit juice, alcohol. So, it should not be taken along with AMLIP AT TABLET.


Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Amlip AT Tablet 

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Amlip AT Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.


Expert Advice

You have been prescribed Amlip AT Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.

Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.

It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause sudden increase in your blood pressure.

Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.


How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Amlip AT Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.


FAQs

Q. What lifestyle changes should be made while using Amlip AT Tablet?

Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Amlip AT Tablet. Avoid smoking, as smoking increases your risk of having heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and reduce the risk of heart attack.

Q. Can I stop taking Amlip AT Tablet if I feel well?

No, keep using Amlip AT Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Amlip AT Tablet suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.

Q. Are there any special instructions regarding the storage and disposal of this medicine?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Q. What are the contraindications associated with the use of Amlip AT Tablet?

Amlip AT Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients who are allergic to amlodipine, atenolol or any of its ingredients. It should be avoided in patients with history of asthma or lung disease. Also, inform your doctor about your medical history and the medicines you might be taking.