Amlovas XM 5/50 mg Tablet (10 Tab)

Medicine Information

About Amlovas XM 5/50 mg Tablet:

Each uncoated bi-layered Amlovas XM 5/50 mg tablet contains Metoprolol Succinate 47.5 mg equivalent to Metoprolol Tartrate 50 mg, Amlodipine Besilate equivalent to Amlodipine 5 mg.

Amlodipine belongs to the group of medicine called calcium channel blocker, are a common class of medication used to treat high blood pressure and heart arrhythmias. Calcium channel blocker works by reducing the amount of calcium that flows into the heart muscle cells and cell walls of the arteries. This cause relaxation of the blood vessels, so blood can flow more easily and result in a lower blood pressure.

Metoprolol is a selective beta-1 (cardio-selective) adrenergic receptor blocking agent that blocks the effects of adrenaline on body’s beta receptors, thereby slowing nerve impulses that travel through the heart. In that way, Metoprolol relaxes blood vessels and slows heart rate in order to improve blood flow and lower blood pressure.

Use of Amlovas XM 5/50 mg Tablet:

Amlovas XM 5/50 mg tablet is used to:

• Treat hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Treat poor blood supply to the coronary arteries (coronary heart disease, angina pectoris)
• Treat & help to reduce other cardiovascular risk factors

Usage direction of Amlovas XM 5/50 mg Tablet:

• Amlovas XM 5/50 mg tablet is intended for oral use only.
• Amlovas XM 5/50 mg tablet should be administered with food to reduce the gastrointestinal side effects.
• Amlovas XM 5/50 mg tablet should be swallowed whole.
• Amlovas XM 5/50 mg tablet must not be split, crushed or chewed before swallowing.

Precaution & Related information of Amlovas XM 5/50 mg Tablet:

Precaution should be taken & consult with the physician during following conditions-

• Hypersensitivity to this medicine or any of its components.
• Conditions like heart failure, abrupt withdrawal, major surgery, pheochromocytoma, lung disease, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, peripheral vascular disease, aortic stenosis etc.
• Consumption of alcohol is not advisable.
• Due to interaction with other medications, always inform & consult with the physician before starting this medicine.
• Consult with the physician during pregnancy & lactation.
• Store in a cool and dry place.  Protect from light.
• Keep all medicines out of reach of children.