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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zydus Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
Other Info - AML0040

FAQs

AMLODAC L TABLET treats hypertension (high blood pressure) and consists of Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Lisinopril (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor). Amlodipine is a 'calcium channel blocker' and treats high blood pressure, Prinzmetal's or variant angina (chest pain), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease. It relaxes blood vessels so that blood passes through them easily, lowering blood pressure.

AMLODAC L TABLET is recommended to use in dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Do not stop taking AMLODAC L TABLET on your own, as it may lead to a sudden rise in blood pressure and increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.

AMLODAC L TABLET may increase blood potassium levels in people with diabetes, poor kidney function, and patients using potassium-sparing diuretics or taking potassium supplements. Please consult your doctor before taking AMLODAC L TABLET if you have diabetes.

Amlodipine in AMLODAC L TABLET can cause ankle swelling upon long-term use. Please try to keep your feet in an elevated position when sitting for long hours. If the problem persists, please consult your doctor and do as advised.

Even though your blood pressure becomes normal after using AMLODAC L TABLET, it may switch back to high ranges if you stop using it. Your doctor may change the dosing schedule based on your blood pressure range.

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol may lower your blood pressure. Limit or avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with AMLODAC L TABLET is advisable.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Lisinopril in AMLODAC L TABLET is a pregnancy D category drug and is not recommended during pregnancy since it causes harmful effects on the developing foetus. However, it is advised to seek medical advice before using AMLODAC L TABLET if you plan to conceive or pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There are limited studies on how AMLODAC L TABLET affects breastfed infants. However, Amlodipine in AMLODAC L TABLET passes into the breast milk during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before using AMLODAC L TABLET if you are a lactating mother.

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Driving

Caution

AMLODAC L TABLET may cause side effects from lowering blood pressure, such as dizziness or tiredness. If you feel dizzy or tired when taking this medicine, do not drive or use any tools or machines.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before using AMLODAC L TABLET. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before using AMLODAC L TABLET. AMLODAC L TABLET is primarily eliminated by the kidney and can be accumulated in patients with renal impairment. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your condition.

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Children

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AMLODAC L TABLET is not recommended for children as efficacy and safety have not been established.

About AMLODAC L TABLET

AMLODAC L TABLET belongs to the class of 'anti-hypertensive drugs', primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood exerts high pressure (force exerted by circulating blood) against blood vessels' walls. This condition makes the heart work harder in pumping blood to the whole body. Hypertension can cause severe health complications, including stroke, heart failure, heart attack, and kidney failure.

AMLODAC L TABLET is a combination of medicine that consists of Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Lisinopril (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor). Amlodipine belongs to the class of 'calcium channel blockers and is used to treat high blood pressure, Prinzmetal's or variant angina (chest pain), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease. It relaxes blood vessels so that blood passes through them easily, lowering blood pressure. Amlodipine also improves blood supply to the heart muscle to receive more oxygen and thus preventing chest pain. Lisinopril belongs to the class of 'Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors.' It relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body, lowering blood pressure. Lisinopril also decreases the body’s production of certain substances that raise blood pressure.

AMLODAC L TABLET is an orally administered drug in the form of a tablet and capsule. You can take AMLODAC L TABLET with food or without food. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take AMLODAC L TABLET based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience blurred vision, sweating, confusion, tiredness, stomach upset, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), dizziness, headache, and swelling of the ankles or feet. Most of these side effects of AMLODAC L TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please contact your doctor.

Do not stop taking AMLODAC L TABLET without consulting your doctor since it may worsen your condition and increase the risk of future heart problems. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, electrolyte levels and kidney functioning is advised while taking AMLODAC L TABLET. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney, liver or heart diseases. Please tell your doctor if you are taking other medicines or allergic to AMLODAC L TABLET. Reducing the amount of table salt (sodium chloride) in your food often relieves the body's swelling. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including vitamins, before starting AMLODAC L TABLET. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please tell your doctor so that the dosage of AMLODAC L TABLET can be prescribed accordingly.

Uses of AMLODAC L TABLET

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

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Medicinal Benefits

AMLODAC L TABLET treats hypertension (high blood pressure) and consists of Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Lisinopril (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor). Amlodipine is a 'calcium channel blocker' and treats high blood pressure, Prinzmetal's or variant angina (chest pain), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease. It relaxes blood vessels so that blood passes through them easily, lowering blood pressure. It also treats chest pain by improving the blood supply to the heart muscle to receive more oxygen. Amlodipine also improves a person's tolerance to exercise and keeps the blood pressure at acceptable levels. Lisinopril is an 'Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitor.' It relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body, lowering blood pressure.

Directions for Use

Take the tablet with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow it with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Try to take it at a fixed time every day. Do not double the dose if missed.

Side Effects of AMLODAC L TABLET

  • Confusion
  • Sweating
  • Tiredness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Blurred vision
  • Stomach upset
  • Swelling of the ankles or feet
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

Drug Warnings

  • Do not use AMLODAC L TABLET if you are allergic to AMLODAC L TABLET or its components.
  • Please inform your doctor if you are using any prescription and non-prescription medications, including vitamins, before starting AMLODAC L TABLET.
  • Let your doctor know if you have any history of severe heart, kidney or liver diseases, high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia), bone marrow suppression, and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). 
  • It is essential to inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother before using AMLODAC L TABLET since Amlodipine may pass into the breast milk.
  • Lisinopril is not recommended during pregnancy since it harms the unborn baby. Please ask your doctor if you plan to conceive or are pregnant before using AMLODAC L TABLET.
  • AMLODAC L TABLET can increase the chances of light-headedness so rise slowly if you are sitting/lying and avoid operating any machine or doing any work that needs mental alertness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmlodipineDantrolene
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How does the drug interact with Amlodac L Tablet:
Using Amlodac L Tablet together with dantrolene may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amlodac L Tablet with Dantrolene can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlodac L Tablet:
Combining Aliskiren with Amlodac L Tablet can increase the potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Aliskiren and Amlodac L Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor if you experience symptoms including weakness, tiredness, confusion, numbness or tingling, and irregular heartbeats. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Amlodac L Tablet:
Using Amlodac L Tablet and rifabutin together may lower Amlodac L Tablet blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Amlodac L Tablet with rifabutin, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Consult the doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlodac L Tablet:
Taking simvastatin with Amlodac L Tablet may result in considerably higher blood levels of simvastatin and may increase the risk of side effects (liver damage and rhabdomyolysis - an uncommon but serious illness characterized by the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Amlodac L Tablet with simvastatin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have unexplained muscular pain, soreness, or weakness while using simvastatin, especially if these symptoms are accompanied by fever or dark-colored urine, consult the doctor immediately. However, if you develop a fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Amlodac L Tablet:
Coadministration of Ceritinib together with Amlodac L Tablet can slow heart rate and increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Amlodac L Tablet with Ceritinib, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you have sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or an irregular heartbeat, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlodac L Tablet:
Co-administration of Tizanidine and Amlodac L Tablet can increase the risk or severity of developing side effects like low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Amlodac L Tablet with tizanidine can result in an interaction, it can be taken when a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience headache, dizziness, palpitations, or irregular heart rate while taking these drugs, contact the doctor immediately. Use caution while getting up from a sitting or sleeping position and avoid driving or using dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Amlodac L Tablet:
Coadministration of Amlodac L Tablet and Nitisinone may increase the blood levels and effects of Nitisinone.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nitisinone with Amlodac L Tablet together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms or if you feel unwell after taking your medication, it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Amlodac L Tablet:
Using Amlodac L Tablet and phenytoin together may drastically lower Amlodac L Tablet blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Amlodac L Tablet with phenytoin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlodac L Tablet:
Using Amlodac L Tablet and primidone together may lower Amlodac L Tablet blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Amlodac L Tablet with primidone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlodac L Tablet:
Co-administration of Amlodac L Tablet can make Sirolimus may increase the risk of angioedema (a condition associated with swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, throat, and occasionally also the hands and feet).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Amlodac L Tablet and Sirolimus, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor if you notice any swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, throat, hands and feet or have trouble breathing or swallowing. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amlodac L Tablet with potassium-containing salt substitutes or potassium supplements can cause high levels of potassium in the blood. Avoid taking potassium-containing salt substitutes or potassium supplements while being treated with Amlodac L Tablet.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • SIMVASTATIN
  • PREDNISOLONE
  • BENDROFLUMETHIAZIDE
  • NAPROXEN
  • INSULIN GLARGINE
  • PREGABALIN
  • SITAGLIPTIN
  • ALLOPURINOL
  • SILDENAFIL
  • METOPROLOL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • IBUPROFEN
  • METFORMIN

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Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly and seek medical advice if you notice any drastic fluctuations.
  • AMLODAC L TABLET may affect patients with hepatic impairment, and hence it is used cautiously, and Liver function monitoring and Liver Function Tests are advised to monitor the liver enzyme changes.
  • Your doctor may advise you to get a regular kidney function test and blood examinations for potassium levels and other electrolytes while using AMLODAC L TABLET to rule out any renal impairment.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with body mass index (BMI) between 19.5 and 24.9.
  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
  • Limit sodium chloride intake (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg daily or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.
  • If you are taking alcohol, use only one serving for women and two servings for men.
  • Quit smoking to lower the risk of heart disease.
  • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily, and if you notice any fluctuations frequently, please contact your doctor immediately.
  • Try including heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing foods in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oils like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.

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