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Coversyl-AM 8/5 Tablet
Manufactured bySERDIA PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PVT. LTD
ContainsAmlodipine (5 mg) + Perindopril (8 mg)
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Description
Coversyl-AM 8/5 Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and stable coronary artery disease. Patients are advised to follow a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Coversyl-AM 8/5 Tablet
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Coversyl-AM 8/5 Tablet
Headache
Dizziness
Vertigo
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Constipation
Muscle cramps
Ringing or buzzing in the ears
Cough
Swelling
Uses of Coversyl-AM 8/5 Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Mild to moderate hypertension
This medicine is used in the treatment of high blood pressure which may be caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.
Stable Coronary Artery Disease
This medicine is used for the treatment of a stable coronary artery disease that is controlled with amlodipine 5 mg and perindopril 8 mg administered separately.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 hours of administration of the dose.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is about 24 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in life-threatening conditions. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to amlodipine, other calcium-channel blockers, perindopril, any other ACE inhibitors, or any other inactive ingredients present along with these medicines.
Angioedema
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors induced angioedema or hereditary angioedema due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Aliskiren
Coadministration of aliskiren and this medicine is not recommended due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with diabetes and kidney diseases.
Severe renal impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe renal impairment (CrCl =< 30 ml/min/1.7 m2) due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women except in life-threatening conditions. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Hypotension
Symptomatic hypotension may occur in patients with volume depletion or patients who are treated with high-dose diuretics. It is advised to correct this condition before initiating treatment with this combination medicine.
Coronary artery disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with coronary artery diseases, especially while starting the treatment or increasing the dose, since it may worsen the symptoms of myocardial infarction or angina.
Pediatric use
This medicine is not recommended for use in children since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Hyperkalemia
This medicine may significantly increase the potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). This may cause serious adverse effects such as fatal cardiac rhythm irregularities. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. It is advised to avoid potassium-rich foods (potatoes, bananas) and other medicines that may increase potassium levels (potassium-sparing diuretics and potassium supplements) during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Kidney diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Liver diseases
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of hepatic failure. Close monitoring of liver function is recommended for such patients. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Driving and Operating machines
This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Allopurinol
Carbamazepine
Dexamethasone
Itraconazole
Rifampicin
Aliskiren
Insulin
Diclofenac
Candesartan
Disease interactions
Cardiogenic shock
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from a cardiogenic shock since it may worsen the patient's condition.
Bone marrow suppression
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with bone marrow suppression due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of complete blood count is necessary for such patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Renal Dysfunction
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Food interactions
Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects such as dizziness, headache, swelling of hands and feet, etc.
It is recommended to avoid a high potassium diet during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Your doctor/dietitian will suggest an appropriate diet for you to avoid a high intake of potassium.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor. You are advised to take this medicine before food, preferably in the morning. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Amlodipine relaxes the heart muscles and the blood vessels. Perindopril relaxes the blood vessels and promotes the smooth flow of blood. Their combination is thus effective in reducing the blood pressure.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
ACE inhibitors with calcium channel blocking agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 12 May 2018
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