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Azovas 16 Tablet

Manufactured byJB CHEMICALS AND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsAzelnidipine
Description
Azovas 16 Tablet is a calcium channel blocker, which is used for the treatment of high blood pressure. Patients are advised to follow a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Azovas 16 Tablet

  • Slow heart rate
  • Edema
  • Jaundice
  • Redness of skin
  • Skin Rash
  • Dizziness
  • Headache

Uses of Azovas 16 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • 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 tendencies were reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
  • 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.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Azovas 16 Tablet or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

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.
General warnings

Liver Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while taking this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Kidney Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Other medicines

Azovas 16 Tablet may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Driving or Operating machinery

Use of this medicine may cause low blood pressure in some cases which might make you feel dizzy. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any dizziness, lightheadedness, etc during the treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled 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

Aceclofenac

Aliskiren

Alfuzosin

Acarbose

Carbutamide

Carprofen

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease due to the increased risk of adverse effects and elevated liver enzyme levels. Regular monitoring of the liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe side effects. These side effects may include dizziness, headache, fainting, etc.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Drink an adequate amount of water. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
This medicine works by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the heart rate. This allows the blood to flow smoothly and decreases the blood pressure.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Calcium channel blocking agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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[Internet]. Pmda.go.jp. 2019 [cited 7 February 2019]. Available from:

https://www.pmda.go.jp/files/000153450.pdf
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