CARDACE AM 2.5 Tablet 15's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Amlodipine 5 mg+Ramipril 2.5 mg
Manufacturer
Sanofi India Limited
Variant
15 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET is a combination of Amlodipine and Ramipril which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihypertensive agents. It is used to manage hypertension (high blood pressure) and certain type of angina (chest pain) called as Prinzmetal or variant angina. It can also be used to manage heart failure and reduce the chances of hospitalization among the heart patients. It also protects the function of kidneys particularly in patients who have both hypertension and type II diabetes mellitus. Before taking CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any other heart problems apart from hypertension, angina and heart failure (such as cardiogenic shock or narrowing of heart valves). Talk to your doctor if you are on a low salt diet or have diabetes or are severely dehydrated due to any recent sickness (such as vomiting or diarrhea) before taking CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET as a precaution. CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe hypotension (low blood pressure). It is also not suitable for use in women who are pregnant or breastfeeding due to increased risk of
Uses
OF CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLETIt is used to: Manage hypertension and angina Prevent heart failure Protects kidney functions in patients with hypertension and diabetes
How It Works
CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET is a vasodilator. It relaxes the blood vessels supplying the heart and other organs (such as kidneys). This improves blood flow and oxygen supply to the heart muscles which reduces strain on the heart. It also allows blood to flow more smoothly across the blood vessels with less pressure. It can improve blood supply to the kidneys which helps in delaying the worsening of kidney functions in diabetic patients. As a result, it reduces blood pressure and improves the functions of the heart and the kidneys.
Directions for Use
Take CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicines with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Continue to take CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor to achieve better results.
Side Effects
taking CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET are dizziness, swelling of ankles or other body parts, headache, sleepiness, tiredness, racing heartbeat, indigestion, constipation and muscle cramps. Contact your doctor if any of these side effects trouble you. USES OF CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLETIt is used to: Manage hypertension and angina Prevent heart failure Protects kidney functions in patients with hypertension and diabetes HOW CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET WORKSCARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET is a vasodilator. It relaxes the blood vessels supplying the heart and other organs (such as kidneys). This improves blood flow and oxygen supply to the heart muscles which reduces strain on the heart. It also allows blood to flow more smoothly across the blood vessels with less pressure. It can improve blood supply to the kidneys which helps in delaying the worsening of kidney functions in diabetic patients. As a result, it reduces blood pressure and improves the functions of the heart and the kidneys. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicines with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Continue to take CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor to achieve better results. SIDE EFFECTS OF CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLETCOMMON edema (swelling of the ankles or other body parts) headache, dizziness, sleepiness palpitations (fast heartbeat) flushing (redness and warmth of the skin) stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion changes in bowel habit tiredness, weakness blurred vision, double vision muscle pains dry cough, sinus inflammation increased potassium levels in blood UNCOMMON anxiety, depression insomnia (sleeplessness) changes in taste tingling sensation in limbs, loss of pain sensation ringing in the ears increased sweating increased urination at night inability to obtain an erection, enlargement of the breasts in men joint pain, back pain RARE confusion red, swollen tongue loosening or separation of a nail from its bed skin rash, itching, redness red, itchy, swollen or watery eyes low RBC, WBC and platelet counts Stop taking CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, mouth or throat which can lead to difficulty in breathing or swallowing) severe skin reactions (such as skin rash with itching and redness, blistering and peeling of skin, skin swelling and inflammation of mucous membrane) chest pain, shortness of breath (signs of heart attack) inflammation of pancreas (causing severe stomach pain that radiates to the back side of the body) sever stomach pain due to obstruction of the gut or inflammation of pancreas dizziness, fainting or lightheadedness, excessive sweating following an exercise or after regular activities (signs of low RBC count in blood) signs of liver problems (such as fever, muscle pain, rashes, itching, stomach pain, diarrhea, discoloration of eyes, skin and urine) increased bleeding or bruising
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may cause serious harm to the growing fetus. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby. If you accidentally become pregnant while undergoing therapy with CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET, inform your doctor immediately. BREASTFEEDINGCARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you feel dizzy after taking CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET as it may severely decrease your blood pressure and make you feel dizzier or faint. KIDNEYCARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney impairment (including dialysis or narrowing or renal arteries). It should be used with caution in patients with other kidney problems (including kidney transplantation). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERCARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET if you are allergic to Amlodipine, Ramipril or to any other calcium antagonists (such as nifedipine, diltiazem) or ACE inhibitors (such as captopril, lisinopril, enalapril). HEART DISEASECARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe heart problems such as heart failure, aortic stenosis (narrowing of arteries) or cardiogenic shock (inability of heart to pump blood). It should be used with caution in patients having a history of recent heart attack or heart failure. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSCARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have severe low blood pressure (hypotension) have diabetes with impaired kidney functions Before taking CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have: severe uncontrollable increase in blood pressure (hypertensive crisis) have problems in the blood vessels supplying the brain are on a salt-restricted diet are severely dehydrated due to any recent sickness such as vomiting or diarrhea have low WBC, RBC and platelet count in the blood have diabetes have any autoimmune disease that affects the skin or collagen (Ex. lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis or scleroderma) are scheduled for any upcoming surgery have any desensitization management (used to reduce the effect of an allergy to bee or wasp stings) have high blood potassium levels Use in Paediatrics: CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) due to lack of safety data. Therefore, consult your doctor before consumption. Use in Geriatrics: CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: racecadotril (a medicine used to manage diarrhea) medicines that supplement potassium to the body (Ex. spironolactone, triamterene or amiloride) trimethoprim containing antibiotics (used for infections) medicines used to manage organ transplant rejection (Ex. ciclosporin, temsirolimus, sirolimus, everolimus) heparin (used to manage blood clots) medicines used for heart conditions such as hypertension, chest pain, irregular heartbeats or heart failure (Ex. atenolol, propranolol, furosemide, bumetanide, nitroglycerin, valsartan, aliskiren, procainamide, sacubitril/valsartan) lithium (a medicine used in some types of mental illness) medicines used to relieve pain (Ex. morphine, aspirin, ibuprofen, celecoxib, valdecoxib) anti-diabetic medicines and insulin (used to lower the blood glucose level) Ex. vildagliptin, metformin corticosteroids (used to relieve pain and inflammation) Ex. prednisone allopurinol (a medicine used to manage gout) other medicines used to manage high blood pressure or angina (Ex. diltiazem, verapamil) ketoconazole, itraconazole (used to manage fungal infections) ritonavir, indinavir, nelfinavir (used in management of HIV infections) rifampicin, erythromycin, clarithromycin (used to manage bacterial infections) dantrolene (a medicine used to manage muscle spasms) medicines used to control elevated cholesterol levels (Ex. simvastatin) St. John’s wort (an herbal medicine used to manage depression) B. Drug - Food interaction: Avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET, as it could reduce your blood pressure to an abnormal level. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage might include dizziness, fainting, light-headedness, weakness, shock, cool or clampy skin, fast heartbeat, anxiety, cough and shortness of breath. SYNOPSIS Drug : Amlodipine, Ramipril Pharmacological Category : Calcium Channel Blockers, ACE inhibitors Therapeutic Indication : Hypertension, Angina, Heart Failure, Kidney Failure Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET out of the sight and reach of children Store CARDACE AM 2.5 TABLET at room temperature
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Last Updated
09 Dec 2022