All Details About Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet
Description:
Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet PR contains two medicines, both of which help to control high blood pressure and heart rate. It is also used for heart-related chest pain, abnormal heart rhythms and chronic (long-term) heart failure.
Uses:
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Directions For Use:
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet PR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
- Nausea
- Slow heart rate
- Abdominal pain
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Sleepiness
- Ankle swelling
- Constipation
- Edema (swelling)
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Palpitations
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Visual disturbance
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Breathlessness
- Muscle cramp
Warning & Precautions:
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.
FAQs:
Q. Can I stop taking Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet PR if I feel well?
No, keep using Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet PR as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet PR suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet PR?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. Can the use of Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet PR cause headache?
Yes, the use of Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet PR can cause headaches at the beginning of the treatment. Headaches usually go away after the first week of the treatment. Contact your doctor if the headaches are frequent and do not go away.
Q. What are the contraindications associated with the use of Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet PR?
Amlokind-Beta 50 Tablet PR Succinate is considered to be harmful for patients who are allergic to any of its active or inactive ingredient. It should be avoided in patients with a history of asthma or lung disease. Inform your doctor about the your medical history and medicines to avoid any side effects.
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