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Amten-AT Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
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Composition :

AMLODIPINE-2.5MG + ATENOLOL-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Apa Drugs & Formulations

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Amten-AT Tablet 10's

Amten-AT Tablet 10's is an anti-hypertensive medication that is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the blood pressure against the artery walls becomes too high. This can lead to damaged blood vessels, heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and other problems.

Amten-AT Tablet 10's contains Amlodipine (a calcium channel blocker) and Atenolol (a beta-blocker). Amlodipine acts by relaxing and widening the constricted blood vessels. This ultimately reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Atenolol works by blocking stress hormones like adrenaline and epinephrine, thereby slowing down the increased heart rate. Thus, it helps lower raised blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke in the future.

Take Amten-AT Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. Depending upon your medical condition, you are advised to take Amten-AT Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. The most common side effects of Amten-AT Tablet 10's are nausea, sleepiness, ankle swelling, headache, palpitations, low blood pressure, cold extremities, flushing (sense of warmth in the ears, face, neck, and trunk), slow heart rate, oedema (swelling), constipation, tiredness. They do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to Amten-AT Tablet 10's, are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, are breastfeeding, have liver disease, kidney disease, heart failure, a heart valve problem or a history of a heart attack. It is recommended to monitor your blood pressure if you have ever had a stroke or heart attack or are currently taking other blood pressure-lowering pills. It is advised to continue taking this drug and not stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine. However, kidney patients should avoid taking plenty of fluids.

Uses of Amten-AT Tablet 10's

Amten-AT Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure). The detailed uses of Amten-AT Tablet 10's are as follows:<br/>• Hypertension Management: Amten-AT Tablet 10's is frequently prescribed to control high blood pressure, promoting better cardiovascular health.<br/>• Angina Prevention: Amten-AT Tablet 10's helps prevent angina attacks by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow to the heart.<br/>• Heart Failure Treatment: Amten-AT Tablet 10's may be recommended to manage heart failure symptoms by reducing the workload on the heart.<br/>• Improving Blood Circulation: Amten-AT Tablet 10's enhances overall blood circulation, ensuring better oxygen delivery to the body's organs and tissues.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Amten-AT Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.• Swallow Amten-AT Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Amten-AT Tablet 10's is a combination drug containing 'anti-hypertensive' drugs containing Amlodipine (a calcium channel blocker) and Atenolol (a beta-blocker) primarily taken for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). Amten-AT Tablet 10's reduces the heart's workload making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body and relaxing and widening the blood vessel. Thus, it collectively helps lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke.

How Amten-AT Tablet 10's Works

Amten-AT Tablet 10's contains Amlodipine (a calcium channel blocker) and Atenolol (a beta-blocker). Amlodipine acts by relaxing and widening the constricted blood vessels. This ultimately reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Atenolol works by blocking stress hormones like adrenaline and epinephrine, thereby slowing down the increased heart rate. Thus, it helps lower raised blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke in the future.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Amten-AT Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Amten-AT Tablet 10's as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

 Inform your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to Amten-AT Tablet 10's, are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, are breastfeeding, have liver disease, kidney disease, heart failure, a heart valve problem, or have a history of a heart attack. And also disclose to your doctor all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use, including vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs other prescribed medications. You must closely monitor your blood pressure if you have ever had a stroke or heart attack or are currently taking other blood pressure-lowering pills. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. And also, keep your doctor informed if you are taking anti-diabetic medicines along with Amten-AT Tablet 10's. Amten-AT Tablet 10's contains Atenolol, a category D pregnancy drug, so it should not be taken if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as it can harm the baby. Lifestyle changes are beneficial in achieving optimum outcomes with Amten-AT Tablet 10's and keeping blood pressure under check. A low salt diet, daily physical activity, losing weight in the case of people who are obese, etc., are the mainstay of the treatment of hypertension.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
AtenololAceclofenac
Severe

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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
How does the drug interact with Amten-AT Tablet:
Using Amten-AT Tablet together with dantrolene may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amten-AT Tablet with Dantrolene can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AtenololAceclofenac
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amten-AT Tablet:
Co-administration of Amten-AT Tablet with Aceclofenac could increase the risk of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Amten-AT Tablet and Aceclofenac, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience excessive sweating, shortness of breath, palpitations, or chest discomfort. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AtenololTheophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amten-AT Tablet:
Using Amten-AT Tablet with theophylline, could increase the effects of theophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amten-AT Tablet and theophylline together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, insomnia, shaking of hands and legs, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AtenololSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amten-AT Tablet:
Coadministration of Amten-AT Tablet with saquinavir increase the risk of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amten-AT Tablet and saquinavir together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you happen to experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, slow pulse, or irregular heartbeat, you should seek immediate medical attention. Do not discontinue the use of any medication without a doctor's advice.
AtenololAminophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amten-AT Tablet:
Coadministration of Amten-AT Tablet with aminophylline could certainly reduce the efficacy of Amten-AT Tablet and enhance the effects of aminophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amten-AT Tablet alongside aminophylline can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, insomnia, tremors, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AtenololClonidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amten-AT Tablet:
Co-administration of Clonidine and Amten-AT Tablet may lower blood pressure and slower heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Clonidine and Amten-AT Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience headaches, slow heartbeat, dizziness, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
AtenololAcebutolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amten-AT Tablet:
Coadministration of Amten-AT Tablet and Acebutolol they both may enhance blood pressure-lowering effect.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amten-AT Tablet and acebutolol together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AtenololDolasetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amten-AT Tablet:
Using dolasetron together with Amten-AT Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Amten-AT Tablet and Dolasetron, you can take these medicines together 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 talking to a doctor.
AtenololTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amten-AT Tablet:
Coadministration of Tizanidine and Amten-AT Tablet can increase the risk or severity of side effects like low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amten-AT Tablet and tizanidine together may result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has recommended it. However, if you experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, sweating, or palpitations, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AtenololFingolimod
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amten-AT Tablet:
Using Amten-AT Tablet with fingolimod can result in an abnormally slow heart rate, which can lead to significant heart issues.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amten-AT Tablet and fingolimod together may result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has recommended it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain, or heart palpitations during treatment, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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AMLODIPINE-2.5MG+ATENOLOL-50MGFruit juices, Fruits
Mild

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AMLODIPINE-2.5MG+ATENOLOL-50MGFruit juices, Fruits
Mild
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit

How to manage the interaction:
The consumption of grapefruit juice may slightly increase plasma concentrations of amlodipine. Avoid consumption of grapefruit juice while being treated with Amten-AT Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Create a well-balanced and healthy diet that includes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, omega-3-rich foods, and lean protein sources.

  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.

  • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure.

  • Spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.

  • Be mindful of salt; consume no more than 2,300 mg each day.

  • Limit or avoid alcohol consumption.

  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Amten-AT Tablet 10's Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended not to consume alcohol and Amten-AT Tablet 10's to avoid unpleasant side effects like lowering blood pressure (hypotension).

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Pregnancy

Caution

Amten-AT Tablet 10's contains atenolol, which is a pregnancy category D drug. It is known to harm the baby if taken during pregnancy. So it is better to avoid intake of Amten-AT Tablet 10's in pregnant women in their second and third trimesters.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Amten-AT Tablet 10's can pass through the breast milk and harm the baby, so it should not be taken while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Drive with caution. Amten-AT Tablet 10's usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Amten-AT Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Kidney

Caution

Amten-AT Tablet 10's to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Children

Caution

Amten-AT Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below six years of age without a doctor's consent. The dose is to be adjusted and guided by a child specialist only for children above six years.

Have a query?

FAQs

Amten-AT Tablet 10's belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive medication used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Amten-AT Tablet 10's is a combination of anti-hypertensive medications. Amlodipine acts by relaxing and widening the constricted blood vessels. This reduces the heart&amp;#039;s workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Atenolol works by slowing down the heart rate of the heart. Thus, it collectively helps lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke.

No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend discontinuing it. If you suddenly stop taking Amten-AT Tablet 10's, it may cause a jump in blood pressure, chest pain, or can even lead to a heart attack.

Yes, Amten-AT Tablet 10's is known to cause ankle swelling upon long-term use. Please try to keep your feet up when sitting for long hours. If the problem persists still, consult your doctor and do as advised.

High blood pressure during pregnancy is called &amp;#039;Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH). It is harmful to both the baby and the mother. In the mother, very high blood pressure can cause seizures (fits), headache, swelling of feet, kidney damage, and a higher risk of bleeding during pregnancy and during delivery. This can also affect the baby by causing abnormal fetal heart rate, risk of stillbirth and a small baby. So, during pregnancy, you should have regular blood pressure monitoring. Visit your Obstetrician if you have any concerns about blood pressure during pregnancy.

It is also known as fluid retention or fluid overload. Due to oedema, the affected area starts swelling up. If it does not subside, please consult your doctor immediately.

Yes, Amten-AT Tablet 10's can cause dizziness sometimes, so it is advised to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery while taking Amten-AT Tablet 10's. In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is recommended to rest for some time until you feel better.

Yes, Amten-AT Tablet 10's is contraindicated in people with known allergies to any of this medicine&amp;#039;s components. It should be avoided in people with severe kidney or liver impairment and people with anuria (reduction or absence of urine). It should also be avoided for use in pregnant women who are in the second and third trimesters of their pregnancy.

The effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 to 4 hours.

Usually, treatment with Amten-AT Tablet 10's is long-term, even for the rest of your life. Talk to your doctor if you want to stop taking Amten-AT Tablet 10's.

You should take your medications regularly at the same time. In addition, changing your lifestyle may also help to control blood pressure. These changes include eating a healthy diet low in fat and salt, exercising at least half an hour every day, maintaining a healthy weight, reducing alcohol consumption, and quitting smoking habits.

The most common side effects of Amten-AT Tablet 10's are nausea, sleepiness, ankle swelling, headache, palpitations, low blood pressure, cold extremities, flushing (sense of warmth in the ears, face, neck, and trunk), slow heart rate, oedema (swelling), constipation, tiredness. They do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

Amten-AT Tablet 10's contains Amlodipine (a calcium channel blocker) and Atenolol (a beta-blocker).

You should take your medications regularly at the same time. In addition, changing your lifestyle may also help to control blood pressure. These changes include eating a healthy diet low in fat and salt, exercising at least half an hour every day, maintaining a healthy weight, reducing alcohol consumption, and quitting smoking habits.

Dizziness may also occur, especially when you get up suddenly from a lying or sitting position. If you feel dizzy, lie down so you do not faint. Then, sit for a few moments before standing to prevent the dizziness from returning. If you faint, call your doctor right away.

Amten-AT Tablet 10's is generally safe to take for a long time. In fact, it works best when you take it for a long time. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist.

You can eat and drink normally while taking Amten-AT Tablet 10's. Eating a healthy, balanced diet can help if you have high blood pressure or another heart condition.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ground Floor No.71 9th Cross Lane, K.k.D Garden Madhavaram, Chennai-600118, Tamil Nadu, India
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