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Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and angina (chest pain). It contains S-amlodipine, which works by relaxing the blood vessels; this reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as fatigue, headache, nausea, dizziness, and abdominal pain. 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 Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

S AMLODIPINE-2.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Q Check Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

NPPA :

Regulated

About Q Spin-2.5 Tablet

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is a prescription medication primarily used to treat high blood pressure and prevent certain types of chest pain known as angina. It should only be started, stopped, or adjusted under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional. By helping to manage these conditions, this medicine reduces the risk of serious cardiovascular events like strokes and heart attacks. It is designed for long-term management rather than immediate relief of sudden chest pain.
You should take Q Spin-2.5 Tablet once daily, at the same time every day, to ensure a consistent level of medicine in your body. It can be taken with or without food, making it easy to fit into your daily routine. Combining this medication with healthy lifestyle choices, such as eating a low-salt diet and staying active, will help you get the best results.
While taking this medication, you may experience mild side effects like tiredness or mild swelling in your ankles. Most people tolerate it well, but you must contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe dizziness, a rapid heartbeat, or worsening chest pain.
Your safety is important. Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to any of its ingredients, severe narrowing of the aortic heart valve, or cardiogenic shock. If you are unsure whether any of these conditions apply to you, speak with your doctor before taking the medicine. 
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you take, as some can interact and cause your blood pressure to drop too low. Limit alcohol intake because it can increase dizziness, and consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or an older adult.
 

Uses of Q Spin-2.5 Tablet

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is commonly prescribed to manage certain heart and blood vessel conditions. Depending on your diagnosis and overall health, your doctor may recommend this medicine for the following uses:Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is commonly prescribed to manage certain heart and blood vessel conditions. Depending on your diagnosis and overall health, your doctor may recommend this medicine for the following uses:Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is commonly prescribed to manage certain heart and blood vessel conditions. Depending on your diagnosis and overall health, your doctor may recommend this medicine for the following uses:

  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): Q Spin-2.5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily and lowering overall blood pressure.
  • Chronic Stable Angina: Q Spin-2.5 Tablet improves blood flow to the heart muscle, which helps prevent chest pain during physical activity or stress.
  • Vasospastic Angina: Q Spin-2.5 Tablet prevents spasms in the coronary arteries, ensuring a steady supply of oxygen to the heart.
     

Key Benefits

When taken regularly as prescribed, Q Spin-2.5 Tablet provides several important benefits for heart and blood vessel health, including:

  • Helps lower and control high blood pressure, reducing the long-term risk of serious complications such as stroke and heart attack.
    Keeps blood vessels relaxed and open, improving blood flow throughout the body.
  • Prevents angina (chest pain) by ensuring an adequate supply of oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle.
  • Makes daily activities and physical exercise more comfortable by reducing the likelihood of chest discomfort during exertion.
  • Provides long-lasting action, allowing convenient once-daily dosing for round-the-clock symptom control and protection.
  • Supports better cardiovascular health and improves overall quality of life when used consistently as part of a treatment plan.
     

Directions for Use

To get the full benefit of Q Spin-2.5 Tablet and minimise side effects, follow these simple guidelines:

  • Take this tablet by mouth, typically once a day.
  • Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless your doctor has specifically told you to do so.
  • You can take the tablet with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time every day to maintain a steady level in your system.
  • Never change your dose or stop taking this medication suddenly without consulting your healthcare provider, even if you feel well. Always follow your doctor's exact instructions.
     

How Q Spin-2.5 Tablet Works

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like lowering of blood pressure (hypotension).

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking Q Spin-2.5 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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 Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can cause drowsiness and impair driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can be given safely to children aged 6-12 years, provided the dose has been prescribed by a child specialist. Q Spin-2.5 Tablet should not be given to the children without consulting a child specialist.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is often prescribed to patients with heart problems to treat hypertension. However, it must be taken strictly under medical supervision, as it can affect liver and kidney function and may interact with other heart medications.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Exercise caution before using Q Spin-2.5 Tablet in older patients. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

What if I have taken an overdose of Q Spin-2.5 Tablet

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.

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.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Q Spin-2.5 Tablet to start to work: The time required for Q Spin-2.5 Tablet to show its action is unknown.
  • The time for which the effects of Q Spin-2.5 Tablet last: Q Spin-2.5 Tablet effect lasts for 24 hours.

What if you forget to take Q Spin-2.5 Tablet

If you miss a dose of Q Spin-2.5 Tablet , take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Q Spin-2.5 Tablet out of reach and sight of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Q Spin-2.5 Tablet should not be given to people allergic to Q Spin-2.5 Tablet , 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).
  • Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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 Q Spin-2.5 Tablet and breastfeeding.
  • Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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.
  • Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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 Q Spin-2.5 Tablet may cause dizziness. Avoid activities like driving while on this medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Q Spin-2.5 Tablet may interact with high blood pressure lowering pills (benazepril, metoprolol, ramipril, hydrochlorothiazide), drugs used to control lipid levels in the blood (atorvastatin, simvastatin), medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (sildenafil), antibiotics (clarithromycin, erythromycin, rifampin), antifungal (itraconazole, ketoconazole), anti-HIV drugs (ritonavir), anti-epilepsy medicines (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone), immune-suppressing drugs (cyclosporine, tacrolimus), cardiac glycoside (digoxin), blood thinners (warfarin), and painkillers (ibuprofen, aspirin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid foods with high fat or cholesterol. Avoid too much salt in your diet, like pickles, and extra salt on salad. Avoid Q Spin-2.5 Tablet with grapefruit juice.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Q Spin-2.5 Tablet should not be given to people with cardiogenic shock (when the heart fails to pump required blood to the body), heart valve problems (stenosis), low blood pressure (hypotension), liver disease, heart failure, or kidney disease.

S-AmlodipineDolasetron
Severe

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How does the drug interact with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet:
Taking carbamazepine and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet together may possibly reduce the blood levels of Q Spin-2.5 Tablet, which could reduce its treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Carbamazepine and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting your doctor.
S-AmlodipineDolasetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet:
Taking Dolasetron and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet together can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of Dolasetron and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can lead to an interaction, but they can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or irregular heartbeat, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
S-AmlodipineRifapentine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet:
The combined use of Rifapentine and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can reduce the blood levels of Amlodipine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rifapentine and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can lead to an interaction, but they can be taken if advised by your doctor. consult a doctor if your symptoms do not improve. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet:
Coadministration of Amlodipine with Itraconazole may significantly raise the blood levels and effects of Amlodipine.

How to manage the interaction:
Coadministration of Amlodipine and 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, or any other of these symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet:
Co-administration of Ceritinib together with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can slow your heart rate and increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ceritinib and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can lead to an interaction, but they can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms of sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet:
Co-administration of Simvastatin and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet together can increase the blood levels of simvastatin and increase the risk of side effects such as liver damage and rhabdomyolysis (breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking of Simvastatin and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can lead to interaction, but they can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, fever, dark-coloured urine, chills, joint pain, swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet:
Co-administration of Tizanidine and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet together may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Tizanidine and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and changes in pulse or heart rate, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet:
Co-administration of Phenytoin and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can reduce the blood levels of Amlodipine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Phenytoin and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can lead to an interaction, but they can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
S-AmlodipineMitotane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Q Spin-2.5 Tablet:
Co-administration of Mitotane and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can reduce the blood levels of Q Spin-2.5 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Mitotane and Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can lead to an interaction, but they can be taken if advised by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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S AMLODIPINE-2.5MGCalcium rich foods
Moderate

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S AMLODIPINE-2.5MGCalcium rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Tofu Set With Calcium, Ragi, Seasame Seeds, Kale, Milk, Almonds, Bok Choy, Calcium-Fortified Soy Milk, Cheese, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Calcium-containing products may decrease the effectiveness of calcium channel blockers by saturating calcium channels with calcium. monitoring the effectiveness of calcium channel blocker therapy during co-administration with calcium products.

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FAQs

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain).

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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 Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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 Q Spin-2.5 Tablet , 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 Q Spin-2.5 Tablet will lead to low blood pressure.

Yes, Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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.

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet begins to act on the day you take it, but it may take a few weeks before it has full effect.

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet may cause itching, although it is not common in everyone. It usually fades with time; however, contact your doctor if you experience severe itching.

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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 Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is long term, even for the rest of your life. Talk to your doctor if you want to stop taking Q Spin-2.5 Tablet .

No, Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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.

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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.

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet 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.

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet contains S-amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker.

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is generally safe to take for a long time. In fact, it works best when you take it for a long time.

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet can be given safely to children aged 6-12 years, provided a child specialist has prescribed the dose. Q Spin-2.5 Tablet should only be given to the children by consulting a child specialist.

Q Spin-2.5 Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking Q Spin-2.5 Tablet .

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.

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Unichem Laboratories Ltd., Unichem Bhavan, Prabhat Estate, Off S.V.Road, Jogeshwari (West), Mumbai ? 400 102.
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