Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Valsartan
Chemical Class
Thiazide
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
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Uses
Amlodipine besylate belongs to a class of medications called calcium channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood ves...
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Chemical Class
Thiazide
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antihypertensive Agent, Combination pharmacological group
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Thiazide. It belongs to NaCl cotransport inhibitor pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antihypertensive Agent, Combination pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Hydrochlorothiazide is 297.74. Its pKa is 7.9, 9.2.
How to Take It
1
Adult
Scraped Dose
Take amlodipine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your
Safety Alerts
You should not take amlodipine if you are allergic to it
To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: severe narrowing of a certain valve in your heart ( aortic stenosis ), or other heart problems
coronary artery disease (clogged arteries)
or liver disease
It is not known if amlodipine will harm an unborn baby
Important Warnings
Before taking amlodipine besylate, tell your doctor if you have congestive heart failure or liver disease
Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may increase certain side effects of amlodipine
If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using amlodipine even if you feel well
High blood pressure often has no symptoms
You may need to use blood pressure medication for the rest of your life
Amlodipine is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include diet, exercise, weight control, and other medications
Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely
Tell your doctor about all other heart or blood pressure medications you are taking
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Hydrochlorothiazidewhich give rise to further complications include PancreatitisStevens Johnson syndromeSystemic lupus erythematosusPneumonitisIdiosyncratic hypersensitivity reactions. Hydrochlorothiazide produces potentially life-threatening effects which include HyponatremiaMetabolic disturbancesIdiosyncratic hypersensitivity reactions. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Hydrochlorothiazide therapy. The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Hydrochlorothiazide include ComaVolume depletionHypokalemiaHyperchloremic alkalosisHypersensitivity reactionsElectrolyte disturbancesLethargyHemolytic anemia
Drug Interactions
Sometimes it is not safe to use certain medicines at the same time. Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you use
which may increase side effects or make the medicines less effective. Other drugs may interact with amlodipine
including prescription and over-the-counter medicines
vitamins
and herbal products . Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.
Storage
Store in a well closed container, at room temperature. Protect from Moisture and Heat. Tab Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.
Price Intelligence
Rs 252.9
DRAP approved maximum price · per pack of 14 · approved 30 Jul, 2026
No retail price observed for this pack. Retailers may not exceed the approved maximum.
Prices across sources
DRAPper pack of 14Rs 252.9
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