Amlokind-At Tablet

Amlokind-At Tablet is used to treat angina, high blood pressure and coronary heart disease. It is recommended in case of heart failure if other medications fail to work.

This medication is a combination of two viz. Amlodipine and Atenolol. Amlodipine belongs to the class of a calcium channel blocker that improves blood flow by dilating blood vessels. Atenolol belongs to the class of beta-blockers that slows down the effect of some chemical that occurs naturally in the body.

The medicine should be taken as per the dosage on the prescription. Overdosage of the drug can lead to complications. Depending on the effects the drug has on a patient, the doctor may make variations to the dosage.

The medicine may not be safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Dosage should be low for elderly people and for those with liver problems. If you have heart problems then intake of Amlokind-At Tablet may increase your health problems.

Take exactly as directed. Do not increase, decrease, or adjust dosage without consulting prescriber. Take pulse daily, prior to medication and follow prescriber's instruction about holding medication.

Do not take with antacids. Do not use alcohol or OTC medications (eg, cold remedies) without consulting prescriber. If diabetic, monitor serum sugars closely (may alter glucose tolerance or mask signs of hypoglycemia).

May cause fatigue, dizziness, or postural hypotension; use caution when changing position from lying or sitting to standing, when driving, or when climbing stairs until response to medication is known. May cause alteration in sexual performance (reversible).

Report unresolved swelling of extremities, difficulty breathing or new cough, unresolved fatigue, unusual weight gain, unresolved constipation, or unusual muscle weakness.

• Hypertension

• Angina Pectoris

• Allergy

• Cardiogenic Shock

• Sleepiness

• Headache

• Ankle Swelling

• Flushing

• Slow Heart Rate

• Palpitations

• Nausea

• Edema (Swelling)

• Constipation

• Tiredness

• Cold Extremities

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of approximately 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 6 to 12 hours.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is recommended only if clearly needed and no other safer alternative is available.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Clear data is not available on the use of this medicine in breastfeeding women. This medicine should be used only if clearly needed and no other safer alternative is available.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consumption of alcohol must be avoided while taking this medicine.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine might cause side effects that could affect the patients ability to drive. Thus driving must be avoided while taking this medicine.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken while using this medicine in patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken while using this medicine in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Amlokind-At Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Betacard-AM Tablet

  Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Amodep At Tablet

  FDC Ltd

• Angicam Beta 5 mg/50 mg Tablet

  Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd

• Atiline A 5mg/50mg Tablet

  Shrinivas Gujarat Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Lupidip A Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Anol Plus 5 Mg/50 Mg Tablet

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• AM T 5 MG/50 MG TABLET

  Tas Med India Pvt Ltd

• Amset Xt 5 Mg/50 Mg Tablet

  Pulse Pharmaceuticals

• Beetan Am 5Mg/50Mg Tablet

  Hamps India Pvt Ltd

• Amlovas-AT Tablet

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

The medicine is a combination of two constituents, an calcium channel blockers and beta blocker. The calcium channel blocker works by inhibiting the entry of calcium into the cardiac and vascular smooth muscles and prevents the contraction of the muscles and thereby reduces the blood pressure. The beta blocker causes the inhibition of epinephrine resulting in relaxed blood vessels, thus pressure is lowered and blood flow to the heart is improved.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while taking this medicine, especially when you start taking the medicine or a change its dosage. Symptoms like headache, dizziness, change in pulse or heart rate should be reported to the doctor.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Do not use this tablet in combination with Alprazolam, Carbamazepine, Itraconazole, Corticosteroids, Rifampicin and Theophylline.

• Interaction with Disease

  Those who suffer from asthma, heart block, glaucoma and carcinogenic shock should exercise caution.

• Ques : What is Amlokind-At Tablet?

  Ans : Amlokind AT tablet is a medication which has Amlodipine and Atenolol as active elements present in it.

• Ques : What is the use of Amlokind-At Tablet?

  Ans : It is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like Elevated blood pressure, Hypertension, Chest pain, High blood pressure and Chronic stable angina.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Amlokind-At Tablet?

  Ans : Exhaustion, Flushing, Fast or pounding heartbeat, Disturbed sleep, Swelling of the whole body, Wheezing, Bradycardia, Leg pain, Dizziness, Depression, Diarrhea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Arrhythmia, Rapid heartbeat, and Hypotension are common side effects of this tablet.

• Ques : Can I stop taking Amlokind-At Tablet if I feel well?

  Ans : No, keep using Amlokind AT tablet as recommended by your doctor, even if you feel well.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Amlokind-At Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 3 months, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Amlokind-At Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication.

• Ques : Should I use Amlokind-At Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The salts involved in this medication, work properly on an empty stomach. It is advised to consume this medication, 1 hour before having food and at least 2 hours after having food. Taking it with food may upset your stomach.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Amlokind-At Tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts that are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.

• Amlodipine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 09 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/amlodipine

• Amlodipine- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 09 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00381

• Atenolol- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 09 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/atenolol

• Atenolol- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 09 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00335