Amtas tablet 5 mg / 80 mg

About Amtas tablet 5 mg / 80 mg

Amtas Tablet Uses

• Long term control of high blood pressure
• Lowering cardiovascular risk in at risk patients
• Add on therapy when one drug is not enough
• Hypertension management alongside diabetes or kidney risk

Amtas Tablet Benefits

• Combines two mechanisms in one daily tablet
• Eases pill burden on multiple medicines
• Provides steady 24 hour blood pressure control
• May reduce ankle swelling from amlodipine alone

Cardiologists in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi often prescribe Amtas when pressure stays high on one drug. Salty diets and stress make hypertension common here.

Amlodipine relaxes vessel walls by blocking calcium entry. Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II, a pressure raising hormone.

Regular checks track how well it works. Most patients see steadier readings within a few weeks.

Drug Class

• Calcium channel blocker
• Angiotensin II receptor blocker
• Combination antihypertensive

Amtas tablet 5 mg / 80 mg formula

• Amlodipine Besylate
• Telmisartan

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Amtas tablet 5 mg / 80 mg?

• One tablet by mouth once daily, with or without food, works for most patients.
• The same time each day helps maintain steady blood levels.
• Missed doses should be taken as soon as remembered, unless the next dose is near.
• Regular blood pressure monitoring guides any dose changes from the doctor.
• Abrupt stopping without medical advice is not recommended.

Drug Interactions

• Other Blood Pressure Medicines: Combining with ACE inhibitors or other antihypertensives increases the risk of excessive blood pressure drops.
• Potassium Sparing Diuretics Or Supplements: These raise the risk of high potassium levels with telmisartan.
• NSAIDs Like Ibuprofen: Regular use can reduce the blood pressure lowering effect and affect kidney function.
• Simvastatin: High doses combined with amlodipine can increase the risk of muscle related side effects.

Risks and warnings

• Low Blood Pressure: Dizziness or fainting can occur, especially after the first few doses or with dehydration.
• Pregnancy Risk: Telmisartan can cause serious harm to an unborn baby and should be stopped if pregnancy occurs.
• Kidney Function: Regular kidney function checks are advised, especially in patients with existing kidney disease.
• Potassium Levels: Telmisartan can raise blood potassium, which needs monitoring in at risk patients.
• Liver Impairment: Caution is needed in patients with significant liver disease, since both drugs are processed by the liver.

Side Effects

• Swelling in the ankles or feet
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Flushing
• Lightheadedness from low blood pressure
• Back pain

Storage Conditions

Room temperature, between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius, suits Amtas tablets best. The original blister pack protects them from moisture and light. A place beyond children's reach is essential for safe storage.