AMLOD AT TAB

Description

“Amlod AT Tab” is a combination medication that typically contains two active ingredients:

1. Amlodipine: This is a calcium channel blocker.
2. Atenolol: This is a beta-blocker.

This combination is often prescribed when a single medication is not sufficient to control a patient’s condition.

Uses of Amlod AT Tab: Amlod AT Tab is primarily used for:

• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): It works to lower high blood pressure by combining the effects of both drugs. Lowering blood pressure helps reduce the risk of serious cardiovascular events like heart attacks, strokes, and kidney problems.
• Angina (Heart-related Chest Pain): It helps prevent and manage chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart.

How it Works:

• Amlodipine relaxes and widens blood vessels. This reduces the resistance to blood flow, making it easier for the heart to pump blood and lowering blood pressure. It also increases blood flow and oxygen supply to the heart muscle, which helps with angina.
• Atenolol works by blocking certain natural chemicals in the body, like adrenaline, from acting on the heart and blood vessels. This slows down the heart rate, reduces the force of the heart’s contractions, and lowers blood pressure. It also reduces the workload on the heart, which is beneficial for angina.

The combination of these two mechanisms provides a more comprehensive approach to managing both blood pressure and angina.

Dosage and Administration:

• Amlod AT Tab is usually taken once daily, often at the same time each day, with or without food.
• The exact dosage will depend on your specific condition, severity, and response to the medication, and will be determined by your doctor.
• It is crucial to take this medication regularly as prescribed and not to stop it suddenly without consulting your doctor, as abrupt discontinuation of beta-blockers can lead to a sudden increase in blood pressure or worsening of angina.

Common Side Effects: As with any medication, Amlod AT Tab can cause side effects. Common ones may include:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness: Especially when standing up quickly.
• Headache
• Fatigue or tiredness
• Swelling of the ankles or feet (edema): A common side effect of amlodipine.
• Flushing (warmth or redness of the face)
• Slow heartbeat (bradycardia): Due to atenolol.
• Nausea or stomach pain
• Cold hands and feet: Also a common side effect of beta-blockers.
• Sleepiness

Important Considerations:

• Grapefruit: Avoid consuming grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking this medication (specifically due to the amlodipine component), as it can increase the drug’s levels in your body and lead to more side effects.
• Alcohol: Limit or avoid alcohol as it can further lower blood pressure and increase dizziness.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
• Underlying Conditions: Inform your doctor about any existing medical conditions, especially heart problems (e.g., heart failure, severe aortic stenosis, certain heart block conditions), asthma or other lung conditions, diabetes (as atenolol can mask symptoms of low blood sugar), liver or kidney disease.
• Drug Interactions: Amlod AT can interact with various other medications. Always inform your doctor and pharmacist about all prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal supplements you are taking.

This information is for general knowledge only and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance regarding your health and medications.