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AMLOVAS CH TABLET is used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and oedema. It contains Chlorothiazide and Amlodipine which work by reducing excess fluid levels in the body, relaxing and widening the blood vessels, and improving blood flow. This medicine may sometimes cause side effects such as sleepiness, headache, flushing, tiredness, nausea, and decreased potassium levels in the blood. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Side effects of Amlovas Ch Tablet
  • Talk to your doctor about oral potassium supplements.
  • Eat potassium rich foods such as bananas, avocados, oranges, dark leafy greens, beans and peas, fish, spinach, milk and tomatoes.
  • Limit intake of full-fat dairy products, red meat and processed foods rich in saturated fats.
  • Avoid foods with label “partially hydrogenated oils”.
  • Eat more vegetables, fruits, oats, whole grains, lentils and beans to increase fiber intake.
  • Include foods rich in monounsaturated fats like nuts, avocados, olive oil, and oily fish.
  • Limit consumption of egg yolks.
  • Exercise for at least 30 minutes 5 days a week.
  • Aim for weight loss and maintain healthy weight.
  • Quit smoking as smoking raises the risk of heart disease associated with cholesterol.
  • Limit alcohol consumption as excessive drinking may raise cholesterol levels.
  • Reduce salt intake to minimize fluid buildup.
  • Use compression stockings, sleeves, or gloves.
  • Gently massage the affected area towards the heart.
  • Protect the swollen area from injury and keep it clean.
  • Use lotion or cream to keep the skin moisturized.
Managing Low Blood Pressure Triggered by Medication: Expert Advice:
  • If you experience low blood pressure symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting while taking medication, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Make lifestyle modifications and adjust your medication regimen under medical guidance to manage low blood pressure.
  • As your doctor advises, regularly check your blood pressure at home. Record your readings to detect any changes and share them with your doctor.
  • Fluid intake plays a vital role in managing blood pressure by maintaining blood volume, regulating blood pressure, and supporting blood vessel function. Drinking enough fluids helps prevent dehydration, maintain electrolyte balance, and regulate fluid balance.
  • Take regular breaks to sit or lie down if you need to stand for long periods.
  • When lying down, elevate your head with extra pillows to help improve blood flow.
  • Avoid heavy exercise or strenuous activities that can worsen low blood pressure.
  • Wear compression socks as your doctor advises to enhance blood flow, reduce oedema, and control blood pressure.
  • If symptoms persist or worsen, or if you have concerns about your condition, seek medical attention for personalized guidance and care.
  • Quit smoking as smoking impairs erectile function by significantly damaging blood vessels.
  • Maintain a healthy weight as overweight can cause erectile dysfunction.
  • Exercise regularly as physical activity enhances blood flow and overall health, benefiting erectile function.
  • Consume a healthy diet loaded with whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
  • Limit alcohol consumption as excessive alcohol intake can impair erectile function.
  • Manage stress by practicing techniques such as yoga, relaxation exercises or meditation.
  • In case erectile dysfunction is due to psychological factors, consider couple counselling or sex therapy to address relationship and anxiety issues.
  • Openly discuss your concerns with your partner.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interaction: AMLOVAS CH TABLET may interact with other high blood pressure-lowering pills (metoprolol, ramipril, hydrochlorothiazide, atorvastatin) and can lower your blood pressure leading to severe conditions. Besides this, it also interacts with medicine to treat erectile dysfunction (sildenafil), anti-epilepsy medicines (carbamazepine, phenobarbital), immune-suppressing drugs (cyclosporine), painkillers (ibuprofen, aspirin), anti-biotics(rifampicin), antipsychotics(ziprasidone, lithium).

Drug-Food Interaction: You are recommended not to consume alcohol with AMLOVAS CH TABLET to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Drug-Disease Interaction: AMLOVAS CH TABLET should not be given to people with cardiogenic shock (when the heart fails to pump required blood to the body), heart valve problem (stenosis), low blood pressure (hypotension), coronary heart disease, liver disease or heart failure, low serum potassium (hypokalemia), patients with nil urine output (anuria).

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How does the drug interact with Amlovas Ch Tablet:
Co-administration of Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with cisapride may increase the risk or severity of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with Cisapride is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or pounding heartbeats. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlovas Ch Tablet:
Co-administration of Tizanidine with chlorthalidone and Amlodipine can increase the risk or severity of developing side effects like low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of amlodipine and chlorthalidone with tizanidine can result in an interaction, it can be taken when a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience headache, dizziness, palpitations, or irregular heart rate, contact the doctor immediately. Use caution while getting up from a sitting or sleeping position and avoid driving or using dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlovas Ch Tablet:
Using phenobarbital with Amlodipine and chlorthalidone may lower amlodipine blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of phenobarbital with Amlodipine and chlorthalidone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlovas Ch Tablet:
Coadministration of Ceritinib together with Amlodipine and chlorthalidone can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with Ceritinib, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you have sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or an irregular heartbeat, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlovas Ch Tablet:
Using amlodipine and chlorthalidone with rifabutin together may lower amlodipine blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between amlodipine and chlorthalidone with rifabutin, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Consult the doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlovas Ch Tablet:
Co-administration of Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with ziprasidone can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Amlodipine and chlorthalidone can be taken with ziprasidone if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, shortness of breath, muscle pain, irregular heart beat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Amlovas Ch Tablet:
Using dolasetron together with Amlodipine and chlorthalidone can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with Dolasetron, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms, like feeling dizzy, lightheaded, or your heart beating irregularly, it's important to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Amlovas Ch Tablet:
Taking Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with Arsenic trioxide may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with Arsenic trioxide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Amlovas Ch Tablet:
Coadministration of Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with itraconazole may lead to side effects such as irregular heart rhythm, excessively low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with itraconazole may interact, but if prescribed by a doctor, they can be used together. Consult a doctor if you develop chest discomfort, trouble breathing, dizziness or fainting, swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medication.
How does the drug interact with Amlovas Ch Tablet:
Using Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with mitotane together may lower amlodipine blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Amlodipine and chlorthalidone with mitotane can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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