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Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet
Manufactured byDial Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsAmlodipine (5 mg) + Atenolol (50 mg)
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Description
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina pectoris (chest pain or chest discomfort). Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet helps to lower your blood pressure, thereby reducing the chances of future heart attack and stroke.
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet causes side effects like swelling of your ankles and feet, headache, tiredness, change in taste, and stomach upset. It also causes dizziness and drowsiness, so do not drive or do any activity that requires your mental focus after taking this medicine. Avoid consuming alcohol with this medicine.
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will advise the dose to be taken based on your condition. Do not stop the treatment abruptly without consulting your doctor. Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet can interact with and affect the actions of other medicines. Hence it is advised that you inform your doctor about all other medicines and medicinal supplements that you are taking.
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended to be used in children, pregnant and breastfeeding women unless prescribed by your doctor. If you have any pre-existing kidney, liver, or other diseases, inform your doctor about them so that your doctor can suitably adjust the dose of the medicine. Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet should not be used in patients with heart problems.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet
Blurred vision
Difficulty in breathing
Sweating
Cold hands or feet
Chest pain
Dizziness
Decrease in frequency of urination
Increased thirst
Loss of appetite
Trouble sleeping
Diarrhoea
Swelling of ankles or feet
Redness of face, neck, arms and chest
Muscle pain
Acid or sour stomach
Uses of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
Hypertension or high blood pressure occurs when blood vessels in your heart are narrowed leading to decreased pumping of blood to your body. Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet helps in lowering high blood pressure.
Chronic stable angina
Chronic stable angina is a brief episode of pain, squeezing, pressure, or tightness in the chest caused by heavy physical activity which increases the blood pressure and body’s oxygen demand. Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet Tablet is used in the treatment of chronic stable angina.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet can be observed within 2 to 4 hours.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
This effect of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol with Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet may cause dizziness, headache and changes in heart rate.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendency has been reported for Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet .Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Use of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet should be avoided during pregnancy, as it may harm your foetus. Take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor. Do not take or stop this medicine without consulting your doctor.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it can be passed into breast milk in small amounts which may harm your baby. Do not start or stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Allergy
Avoid taking Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet if you have a history of previous allergy to it. A serious allergic reaction to this medicine is rare. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms like a skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Cardiogenic shock
Cardiogenic shock is a life-threatening condition in which your heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet your body’s needs. Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in such conditions.
Heart block greater than first degree
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet should be avoided for use if you have a heart block in your heart greater than first degree due to the weakening of heart contractions and slowing of heart rate. Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet decreases the heart rate and blood pressure which can be detrimental in this condition.
Sinus bradycardia
Avoid the use of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet if you have sinus bradycardia (a slow type of heartbeat). This medicine can affect the electrical impulses that regulate the heart functioning resulting in excessively lower blood pressure.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Use of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet should be avoided during pregnancy, as it may harm your foetus. Take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor. Do not take or stop this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Breast-feeding
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it can be passed into breast milk in small amounts which may harm your baby. Do not start or stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
General warnings
Hypotension
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet may cause symptomatic hypotension in some patients with volume depletion or those treated with high dose diuretics. Hence, it is important to correct these conditions before beginning the treatment with this medicine. It is better to start the treatment with low doses. It is recommended to monitor your blood pressure during the treatment with this medicine.
Kidney diseases
The elimination of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet from the body is reduced in kidney disease. Close monitoring of your kidney function is recommended during treatment with this medicine.
Use in children
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data.
Major surgery
During any major surgery, Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet may interact with the anaesthetic drug leading to excessive lowering of the blood pressure. Furthermore, this medicine also affects the function of your heart. Treatment with this medicine is usually stopped for some days before and after the surgery. Your doctor may replace this medicine with another suitable medicine as required.
Diabetes
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet may mask the symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) such as tremors, irregular heartbeat and blood pressure changes.
Hyperthyroidism
Abrupt withdrawal of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet can lead to an increase in the levels of the thyroid hormone in the body. To minimize this risk, this medicine is gradually tapered off over a period of 1 to 2 weeks.
Driving or operating machinery
Use of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
If you have missed a dose of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet at a given time, then take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
If you have intentionally or accidentally consumed more than the prescribed amount of Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet, then you might experience headache, confusion, fever, change in the heartbeat, nausea, vomiting etc. Contact your doctor immediately for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol with Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet may cause dizziness, headache and changes in heart rate.
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Disease interactions
Asthma
Asthma is a condition in which there is narrowing and swelling of your airways. As a result excess mucus is produced that makes breathing difficult and triggers coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Patients with asthma should not use Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet as it can trigger an asthma attack. Your doctor may change the medicine with another suitable alternative in such cases.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve due to increased intraocular pressure (high pressure inside the eyeball). This can lead to blindness. Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet helps to lower this intr-ocular pressure. However, it should be administered with caution in patients suffering from glaucoma as it may severely lower intraocular pressure leading to undesired side effects. Your doctor will adjust the dose for its safe use.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet is prescribed when you have high blood pressure. You may take this medicine with or without food, as prescribed by your doctor.
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Hence, it is advisable that you get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Do not drive or engage in any activity requiring mental focus.
Do not take alcohol while taking Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Am At (Dial Pharma) (5/50 mg) Tablet is composed of Amlodipine and Atenolol. Amlodipine works by relaxing the heart muscles and blood vessels. Atenolol blocks certain substances (catecholamines) which increases blood pressure. Together these medicines relax the blood vessels and reduce the heart rate, promote a smooth flowing of the blood. This causes lowering of your blood pressure to normal levels.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Calcium channel blocking agents, Cardioselective beta blockers, Antihypertensive combinations
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 23 Aug 2021
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