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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A €“ 504, Shapath-4, B/S Hotel Crowne Plaza, Opp. Karnavati Club, S. G. Highway ,Ahmedabad 380 051 Gujarat
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FAQs

Asomex LT Tablet consists of Losartan and Amlodipine. Losartan lowers the blood pressure and increases the blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. Amlodipine dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, Asomex LT Tablet helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Asomex LT Tablet can cause high levels of potassium in the blood leading to hyperkalaemia. Hence it is not recommended to use potassium supplements along with Asomex LT Tablet . However, consult your doctor if you are already taking other medicines before starting Asomex LT Tablet .

Do not stop using Asomex LT Tablet even if you feel better. It should be strictly used as advised by your doctor to avoid the recurrence of symptoms and worsening of the disease.

No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend to discontinue it.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is unsafe to consume alcohol, since alcohol consumption with Asomex LT Tablet may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness, or headache.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Asomex LT Tablet if you plan to become pregnant or are already pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Asomex LT Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is no evidence on how Asomex LT Tablet affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking Asomex LT Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Asomex LT Tablet may cause side effects like dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, which can affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Hence, it is recommended not to drive or operate machinery until you are mentally alert.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Asomex LT Tablet . The dosage will be initiated in lower doses and will be further increased in patients with liver diseases.

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Kidney

Caution

Asomex LT Tablet consists of Losartan drug, which may affect the kidney functioning. Hence it is advised to seek doctor advice before starting Asomex LT Tablet if you have kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

It is not recommended for children below six years. However, for children above six years, give Asomex LT Tablet in doses as prescribed by a doctor.

About Asomex LT Tablet

Asomex LT Tablet belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive drugs, primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. It is considered as an essential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Asomex LT Tablet lowers the blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. 

Asomex LT Tablet is a combination of two medicines, namely, Losartan and Amlodipine. Losartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers the blood pressure and increases the blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. Losartan is also used to treat stroke and slow down kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease. 

Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. In some cases, Asomex LT Tablet can cause side effects like sleepiness, taste changes, ankle swelling, headache, flushing (feeling warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), dizziness, tiredness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), upset stomach, and hyperkalaemia (increased potassium levels in the blood). Most of these side effects of Asomex LT Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Asomex LT Tablet or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Before taking Asomex LT Tablet , let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. It is advised to complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better. Please do not stop taking Asomex LT Tablet on your own, as it may lead to the recurrence of symptoms or worsen the condition. Do not consume alcohol with Asomex LT Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Asomex LT Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Uses of Asomex LT Tablet

High blood pressure (hypertension).

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Medicinal Benefits

Asomex LT Tablet is an anti-hypertensive drug that treats high blood pressure (hypertension). Asomex LT Tablet lowers the blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. Asomex LT Tablet consists of two medicines, namely: Losartan and Amlodipine. Losartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. It lowers the blood pressure and increases the blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. Losartan is also used to treat stroke and slow down kidney damage in people with type 2 diabetes. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Asomex LT Tablet

  • Sleepiness
  • Taste changes
  • Ankle swelling
  • Headache
  • Flushing
  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Palpitations
  • Upset stomach
  • Hyperkalaemia

Drug Warnings

Monitor your blood pressure levels regularly. If you are known to be allergic to Asomex LT Tablet or have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration, please inform your doctor beforehand. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. It is advised to complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better. Complete the course strictly as suggested by the doctor, even if you feel better, to avoid disease recurrence. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Asomex LT Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Asomex LT Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Asomex LT 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 Asomex LT Tablet:
Co-administration of Asomex LT Tablet with Potassium chloride may increase potassium levels in the blood. High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia (a high level of the electrolyte potassium in the blood), which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, and abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Asomex LT Tablet with Potassium chloride together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is advised to reduce the intake of potassium-rich foods such as tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes, and potassium-containing salt substitutes. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
LosartanPotassium citrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Asomex LT Tablet:
Coadministration of Asomex LT Tablet with Potassium citrate can increase potassium levels, which can lead to severe conditions like kidney failure, muscle paralysis, and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Asomex LT Tablet with Potassium citrate together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. It is advised to reduce the intake of potassium-rich foods. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Asomex LT Tablet:
Coadministration of Asomex LT Tablet with Spironolactone can increase potassium levels in blood which can lead to severe conditions like kidney problems and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Asomex LT Tablet with Spironolactone is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling in your hands and feet, feeling of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop taking any medication without doctor's advise.
How does the drug interact with Asomex LT Tablet:
Coadministration of ramipril together with Asomex LT Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and a condition called hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Asomex LT Tablet with Ramipril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Asomex LT Tablet:
Coadministration of Asomex LT Tablet with Benazepril can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney failure, muscle paralysis, and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Asomex LT Tablet with Benazepril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, other signs of bleeding, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting blood, severe headache, and weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LosartanCaptopril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Asomex LT Tablet:
Coadministration of Asomex LT Tablet with Captopril can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney failure, muscle paralysis, and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Asomex LT Tablet with Captopril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Asomex LT Tablet:
Coadministration of Asomex LT Tablet with Lisinopril can increase potassium levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Asomex LT Tablet with Lisinopril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Asomex LT Tablet:
Coadministration of Asomex LT Tablet with Trimethoprim can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Asomex LT Tablet with Trimethoprim together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Asomex LT Tablet:
Coadministration of Asomex LT Tablet with Quinapril can increase potassium levels which can lead to severe conditions like kidney failure, muscle paralysis, and irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Asomex LT Tablet with Quinapril together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, or irregular heartbeat, you should contact a doctor immediately. Avoid taking a potassium-rich diet (tomatoes, raisins, figs, potatoes, lima beans, bananas, plantains, papayas, pears, cantaloupes, mangoes) while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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AMLODIPINE-2.5MG+LOSARTAN-50MGPotassium rich foods
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AMLODIPINE-2.5MG+LOSARTAN-50MGPotassium rich foods
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 Asomex LT 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 Asomex LT Tablet.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LISINOPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • BENAZEPRIL
  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • NAPROXEN
  • CELECOXIB
  • DICLOFENAC
  • INDOMETHACIN
  • MELOXICAM
  • HYDROCODONE
  • METOPROLOL
  • NITROGLYCERIN
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • SILDENAFIL

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Keep a check on your daily blood pressure, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor. Low salt/sodium diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Asomex LT Tablet for effective results.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Reduce sodium intake in your diet to maintain your blood pressure.
  • Eat natural and healthy foods by cutting down on high on sodium processed foods.
  • Lose those extra pounds, since being obese can be a risk factor for hypertension.
  • Exercise regularly to maintain good heart health.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.
  • Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress triggers and make time for yourself to relax and do activities that you enjoy.

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