Cabok Tablet 5mg

About Cabok Tablet 5mg

Cabok Tablet 5mg Uses

• Treating high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Preventing and relieving chest pain from angina
• Managing coronary artery disease
• Reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke in at risk patients
• Controlling blood pressure in people with diabetes

Cabok Tablet 5mg Benefits

• Provides steady 24 hour blood pressure control with one daily dose
• Widens blood vessels to reduce strain on the heart
• Improves blood flow to the heart muscle, easing angina symptoms
• Can be safely combined with other blood pressure medicines when supervised
• Long acting formula reduces the chance of missed dose blood pressure spikes

What Experts Say

Amlodipine works by relaxing the smooth muscle in blood vessel walls, which widens the arteries and lowers the pressure the heart must pump against. Cardiologists value its long half life, since one daily dose keeps blood pressure controlled evenly over 24 hours without sharp peaks or troughs, unlike some shorter acting options.

Hypertension is extremely common in Pakistan and often goes undiagnosed for years because symptoms are silent until a stroke or heart attack occurs. Amlodipine is widely prescribed here because it is affordable, available in every pharmacy, and suits patients who also have angina, diabetes, or early kidney concerns.

Doctors usually check blood pressure and ankle swelling during follow up visits, since fluid retention is the most common reason patients stop treatment on their own. Dose should never be adjusted or stopped suddenly without medical advice, as this can cause a rebound rise in blood pressure and chest pain.

Drug Class

• Calcium Channel Blocker
• Antihypertensive
• Antianginal Agent

Cabok Tablet 5mg formula

• Amlodipine Besylate

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Cabok Tablet 5mg?

• Take one tablet by mouth once daily, with or without food
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Take it at the same time every day for consistent blood pressure control
• Do not stop the medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor
• If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered unless it is close to the next dose

Drug Interactions

Cabok tablet can interact with several other medicines, so share your full medication list with your doctor.

• Simvastatin: Increases simvastatin levels and raises the risk of muscle damage at higher doses.
• CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, clarithromycin): Can raise amlodipine levels and increase side effects.
• Other blood pressure medicines: May increase the blood pressure lowering effect, raising the risk of dizziness.
• NSAIDs like diclofenac or ibuprofen: May reduce the blood pressure lowering effect with regular use.

Risks and warnings

• Low blood pressure: Can cause dizziness or fainting, especially when standing up quickly.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Use only if clearly advised by a doctor, as safety data is limited.
• Liver impairment: Dose may need to be lowered in patients with significant liver disease.
• Heart failure or aortic stenosis: Use with caution and only under specialist supervision.

Cabok Tablet 5mg Side Effects

Most people tolerate amlodipine well, but some side effects can occur, especially when treatment starts.

• Swelling of the ankles or feet
• Headache
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Flushing or warmth in the face
• Fatigue
• Palpitations

Contact your doctor or seek medical help if you notice any of the following serious effects.

• Severe chest pain or worsening angina
• Signs of an allergic reaction such as facial swelling or difficulty breathing
• Fainting or very low blood pressure
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes suggesting liver problems

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place
• Keep tablets in the original blister pack away from moisture
• Protect from direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack