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Medicine Overview of Amlip AT Tablet

Uses of Amlip AT Tablet

Amlip AT Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure

Amlip AT Tablet side effects

Common

Nausea, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Constipation, Weakness, Headache, Dizziness, Edema (swelling), Cold extremities, Numbness of extremity, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Decreased blood pressure, Slow heart rate.

How to use Amlip AT Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Amlip AT Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Amlip AT Tablet works

Amlip AT Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Amlodipine and atenolol which lower blood pressure effectively. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker which works by relaxing blood vessels while atenolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart to slow down the heart rate. Together, they make the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

In Depth Information on Amlip AT Tablet

Amlip AT Tablet related warnings

Special precautions for Amlip AT Tablet

Alcohol

CAUTION

Atenolol and alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.

Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Amlip AT Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

CAUTION

Amlip AT Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Amlip AT Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate