AMODIP V 5MG 160MG TAB

AMODIP-V 5mg/160mg Tablets contain Amlodipine 5mg and Valsartan 160mg, a combination of a calcium channel blocker (CCB) and an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). Manufactured by Mass Pharma (Pvt.) Ltd., this medicine is prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension), particularly in patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with a single medicine. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels, improving blood flow, and reducing the workload on the heart.

Uses

AMODIP-V 5mg/160mg Tablets are used for:

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Blood pressure control when a single medicine is insufficient
• Reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke associated with uncontrolled hypertension
• Long-term cardiovascular risk reduction
• Improving blood vessel relaxation and circulation.

Benefits

• Effectively lowers blood pressure through two complementary mechanisms
• Helps reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney complications related to hypertension
• Improves blood circulation by relaxing blood vessels
• Convenient once-daily dosing
• Suitable for long-term blood pressure management under medical supervision.

Possible Side Effects

Most side effects are mild and temporary.

Common side effects include:

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Swelling of the ankles or feet (peripheral edema)
• Fatigue
• Flushing
• Low blood pressure
• Nausea

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

• Severe allergic reaction
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat (angioedema)
• Fainting
• Chest pain that worsens
• Irregular heartbeat or severe shortness of breath.

Pharmacist Advice

• Take one tablet once daily at the same time each day.
• It may be taken with or without food.
• Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor, even if your blood pressure is well controlled.
• Monitor your blood pressure regularly.
• Rise slowly from sitting or lying down to reduce dizziness.
• Avoid potassium supplements or potassium-containing salt substitutes unless advised by your doctor.
• Inform your healthcare provider if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, or are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
• Follow a heart-healthy lifestyle with reduced salt intake, regular exercise, weight management, and smoking cessation for the best treatment outcomes.