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Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10
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Composition :

S AMLODIPINE-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Canixa Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain). Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the blood pressure against the artery walls becomes high. The higher this blood pressure, the harder the heart has to pump.

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's contains S-amlodipine, which acts by relaxing the blood vessels. It helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of a heart attack or stroke.

You may have common side effects like fatigue, ankle swelling, sleepiness, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), headache, nausea, dizziness, palpitations, and abdominal pain that usually resolve after some time. However, talk to your doctor if these side effects persist longer.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's. Tell your doctor if you are taking any other anti-hypertensive medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, are planning to get pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's should not be given to children without consulting the doctor.

Uses of Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and manage heart conditions. The detailed uses of Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's are as follows:

  • Hypertension: Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's lowers high blood pressure and minimises the risk of heart-related complications.
  • Angina pectoris: Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's prevents and relieves chest pain by increasing blood flow to the heart.
  • Management of coronary artery disease: Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's relaxes and widens blood vessels, reducing cardiac strain.
  • Cardiovascular risk reduction: Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's reduces the chance of heart attacks, strokes, and other heart-related disorders.

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Directions for Use

  • Take Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • It is advised to take Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's once daily; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
  • Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat heart-related conditions like angina (chest pain) and high blood pressure (hypertension).
  • Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
  • It is a calcium channel blocker that inhibits the entry of calcium (ions) across the heart, which relaxes and widens the smooth muscles for better blood flow.
  • Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's helps prevent sudden spasms of the coronary artery (blood vessels of the heart) and reduces how hard the heart has to pump blood around the body, lowering its oxygen requirements.
  • It improves an individual’s tolerance to physical activity and exercise and keeps their blood pressure normal during exercise. As a result, it overall protects your heart and keeps it healthy.

How Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's Works

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's contains S amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker that acts by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of a heart attack or stroke.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's out of reach and sight of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Esviko 5 mg Tablet
  • 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.
  • Avoid triggers like alcohol, caffeine, and energy drinks.
  • Try relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps maintain heart health.
  • Follow a nutritious and balanced diet.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
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.

What if I have taken an overdose of Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to severe side effects. Symptoms of overdose may include excessive peripheral vasodilation with marked low blood pressure and reflex tachycardia. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

  • Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's should not be given to people allergic to Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's, who have low blood pressure (less than 90 mmHg), have had a heart attack, kidney disease, liver disease, are pregnant women, or are planning to get pregnant and breastfeeding women without a doctor's prescription.
  • Besides this, it is contraindicated in patients with aortic stenosis (a heart valve problem).
  • Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's can pass into breast milk, but its effect on the baby is not known. So, it is better to tell your doctor if you are taking Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's and breastfeeding.
  • Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of hypotension or cardiogenic shock due to the increased risk of worsening the patient's condition.
  • Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with coronary artery disease due to the increased risk of worsening the patient's condition.
  • Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
  • Consumption of Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. Avoid activities like driving while on this medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
AmlodipineRifapentine
Severe

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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
How does the drug interact with Esviko 5 mg Tablet:
Using Esviko 5 mg Tablet together with dantrolene may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Esviko 5 mg 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.
AmlodipineRifapentine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Esviko 5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Esviko 5 mg Tablet and Rifapentine may significantly reduce the blood levels of Esviko 5 mg Tablet, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Esviko 5 mg Tablet and Rifapentine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any symptoms, make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AmlodipineCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Esviko 5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Esviko 5 mg Tablet and carbamazepine together may significantly reduce Esviko 5 mg Tablet blood levels, making the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Esviko 5 mg Tablet with carbamazepine, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AmlodipineIdelalisib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Esviko 5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Esviko 5 mg Tablet and Idelalisib may raise Esviko 5 mg Tablet levels in the blood this may lead to serious side effects (irregular heart rhythm, fluid retention, swelling, heart failure, and abnormally low blood pressure).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Esviko 5 mg Tablet with idelalisib can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness or fainting, sudden, unexplained weight gain, swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet, chest discomfort, or trouble breathing while taking these drugs, consult the doctor. Use caution while getting up from a sitting or sleeping position and avoid driving or using dangerous machinery. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmlodipineDolasetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Esviko 5 mg Tablet:
Using dolasetron together with Esviko 5 mg Tablet 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 Esviko 5 mg Tablet and 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.
AmlodipineMitotane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Esviko 5 mg Tablet:
Using Esviko 5 mg Tablet and mitotane together may drastically lower Esviko 5 mg Tablet blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Esviko 5 mg Tablet 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.
AmlodipineTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Esviko 5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Tizanidine and Esviko 5 mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of developing side effects like low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Esviko 5 mg Tablet 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 while taking these drugs, 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.
AmlodipinePhenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Esviko 5 mg Tablet:
Using Esviko 5 mg Tablet and phenytoin together may drastically lower Esviko 5 mg Tablet blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Esviko 5 mg Tablet with phenytoin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineSirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Esviko 5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Esviko 5 mg Tablet can make Sirolimus may increase the risk of angioedema (a condition associated with swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, throat, and occasionally also the hands and feet).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Esviko 5 mg Tablet and Sirolimus, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor if you notice any swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, throat, hands and feet or have trouble breathing or swallowing. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmlodipineRifabutin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Esviko 5 mg Tablet:
Using Esviko 5 mg Tablet and rifabutin together may lower Esviko 5 mg Tablet blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Esviko 5 mg Tablet 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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S AMLODIPINE-5MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Mild

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S AMLODIPINE-5MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Mild
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit

How to manage the interaction:
The consumption of grapefruit juice with Esviko 5 mg Tablet may slightly increase plasma concentrations of Esviko 5 mg Tablet. Avoid consuming grapefruit juice while being treated with Esviko 5 mg Tablet. However, if you experience headache, hypotension, syncope, tachycardia, or oedema consult a doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Limit your daily intake of sodium chloride (table salt) to 2300 mg or less, ideally 1500 mg or less, for most adults.
  • If you are taking alcohol, then only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.
  • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's Substitute

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's to avoid unpleasant side effects like lowering of blood pressure (hypotension).

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

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Driving

Unsafe

Drive with caution, as Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's can cause drowsiness and impair driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution, especially if you have or have had a history of liver disease.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is generally safe to prescribe in patients with kidney diseases, and dose adjustment is generally not required. However, your doctor will decide the appropriate dosage strength depending on the severity of your condition.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's can be given safely to children aged 6-12 years, provided the dose has been prescribed by a child specialist. Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's should not be given to the children without consulting a child specialist.

FAQs

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain).

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's contains S-amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker that acts by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke.

The common side effects of Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's are fatigue, ankle swelling, sleepiness, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), headache, nausea, dizziness, palpitations, and abdominal pain resolves after some time.

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 will not recommend discontinuing it.

In case you have missed a dose of Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's, you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. However, try not to miss a dose in the first place, if it is time for you to take your next dose, then do not take both doses together. Take only one dose, taking a double dose of Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's will lead to low blood pressure.

Yes, Esviko 5 mg 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.

No, you should notify your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before quitting the medication. Depending on your current blood pressure readings, your doctor may reduce your drug dosage but will not advocate quitting it.

Eating well, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, quitting smoking, getting enough sleep, and managing stress are all lifestyle changes that can help lower blood pressure.

Uncontrolled hypertension gradually destroys the arteries, causing them to harden. As the arteries constrict and become less flexible, the heart works harder to circulate blood. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can cause a stroke, heart attack, heart failure, and other heart problems, damage to the kidneys, memory, and eyesight, and contribute to erectile dysfunction.

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's begins to act on the day you take it, but it may take a few weeks before it has full effect.

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's may cause itching, although it is not common in everyone. It usually fades with time; however, contact your doctor if you experience severe itching.

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is generally safe to prescribe in patients with mild kidney dysfunctions, and dose adjustment is generally not required. However, your doctor will decide the appropriate dosage strength depending on the severity of your condition.

You can take it at any time of day but try to make sure it's around the same time every day.

Usually, treatment with Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is long term, even for the rest of your life. Talk to your doctor if you want to stop taking Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's.

No, Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is not a beta-blocker. It belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers.

More frequent or more severe chest pain, rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat and fainting. If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor immediately or get emergency medical treatment.

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's does not interfere with contraception. However, some hormonal methods of contraception, such as the combination pill and contraceptive patch, are generally not indicated if you have high blood pressure.

Consuming significant amounts of grapefruit or grapefruit juice can raise the levels of amlodipine in your blood and exacerbate adverse effects. If you are affected, you may need to avoid eating or drinking grapefruit while taking amlodipine. Also, avoid alcohol consumption, quit smoking, and limit salt intake (Aim for no more than 6g of salt a day).

If oedema occurs while taking amlodipine, stop using it and consult your healthcare provider right away.

Drinking alcohol can make amlodipine lower your blood pressure more than you need. This can make you sleepy or dizzy or bring on a headache.

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's can make some people feel dizzy. If this happens to you, do not drive a car, ride a bike, or use tools or machinery until you feel better.

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's contains S-amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker.

Esviko 5 mg 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.

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's can be given safely to children aged 6-12 years, provided a child specialist has prescribed the dose. Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's should only be given to the children by consulting a child specialist.

Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking Esviko 5 mg Tablet 10's.

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose, as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include excessive peripheral vasodilation with marked low blood pressure and reflex tachycardia. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

K. No. 312 & 313, Raipur Industrial Area, Bhagawanpur Roorkee, Dist. Haridwar, Uttarakhand
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Last Updated

Sep 22, 2025 | 1:11 PM IST

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