Amozen At Tablets

Amozen At Tablet is an antihypertensive medicine used to treat high blood pressure and angina pectoris. Angina pectoris is a condition characterised by chest pain, tightness, and a squeezing sensation in the chest that radiates toward the shoulders, arms, and neck. It consists of a combination of two medicines, namely amlodipine and atenolol.

Amozen At Tablet lower blood pressure, heart rate, and the contractility of heart muscles. Patients with kidney and liver function issues, as well as the elderly, should exercise caution when taking this medication. This medication should be used under medical supervision and for the exact duration specified by the prescription.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of Amozen At Tablet include laziness, wheezing, uneven heart rhythm, slow heartbeats, low blood pressure, constriction of airways and a drop in blood sugar levels. Seek immediate medical help in case of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

Do not take a double dose of Amozen At, if you have missed a dose; take the next dose as soon as you remember. It would be best if you never miss a dose of blood pressure medicine as it can lead to serious side effects like sudden fall in blood pressure and associated symptoms such as fainting, lightheadedness, dizziness, dehydration, etc.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Amozen At Tablet works by the combined action of Atenolol & Amlodipine.
• Atenolol works by blocking the certain natural chemicals in your body, like epinephrine, to the heart and blood vessels which ultimately helps in lowering heart rate, blood pressure and strain on the heart.
• Amlodipine works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, thereby facilitating blood circulation and lowering blood pressure.

Directions for Use

• Amozen At Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not break, cut or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or without food.
• It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for better blood pressure control and do not consume it more than the quantity prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Amozen At Tablet during pregnancy?

Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or planning for a pregnancy, as it can harm the unborn baby. If you get pregnant while taking this medicine, inform your doctor. Your doctor will suggest a safer alternative therapy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Amozen At Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is not advised to breastfeed during the treatment with this medicine as it can harm the newborn baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Amozen At Tablet?

You should be cautious while driving if you are taking this medicine, especially at the beginning of treatment. You may feel dizzy and sleepy after taking this medicine. Therefore, it is better to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Amozen At Tablet?

Avoid consuming alcohol when you are taking this medicine as it is known to cause low blood pressure when taken with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a liver problem or kidney problems.
• You experience that your heart condition is getting worse.
• You are suffering from high or low blood sugar level.
• You are suffering from respiratory tract infections like asthma or obstruction of the airways.
• You have a planned surgery or operation.
• You develop a thyroid disorder during treatment with Amozen At Tablet.
• You are above 60 years.
• You are pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to this amlodipine, atenolol or any of the ingredients of Amozen At Tablet.
• If you have low blood pressure.
• If you have any kind of heart-related diseases.
• If you have a blood circulation problem due to which affects the blood supply to different body parts.
• If you have a hormone-secreting tumour in the adrenal gland (Pheochromocytoma).
• If you are suffering from metabolic acidosis, a condition when the body produces excess acid.

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Sleepiness
• Tiredness
• Ankle swelling
• Swelling

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Amozen At Tablet is a combination of two medicines and there is no sufficient information available on the interaction of this combination with other medicines. Any interaction which is seen with amlodipine or telmisartan can happen with this combination too.
• Always inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for any disorders.
• In particular, if you are taking medicines like immunosuppressants (such as ciclosporin), medicines for heart and brain-related disorders, muscle relaxants, cholesterol-lowering medicines, etc.
• You may experience an excess drop in blood pressure if you are taking any other blood pressure-lowering medicines, antifungal medicines and antibiotics with this medicine.

Interactions with food items

Grapefruit, apple & orange juice should be avoided for at least 4 hours after taking this medicine as it can affect the absorption of Amozen At Tablet.

Storage and disposal

Store Amozen At Tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat. Keep it away from children and pets. Do not use expired medicines. Discard any unused medicine properly, do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For how long do I need to take Amozen At Tablet?

Do not stop taking Amozen At until and unless your doctor advises you. If you stop taking this medicine, it can lead to a sudden increase in your blood pressure, which can be very dangerous. The doctor will gradually decrease the dose as per the need.

What precautions should I follow to control my high blood pressure?

• Consult a doctor and follow his prescription.
• Restrict salt intake in your diet.
• Follow a low-carb, low-fat diet.
• Do regular exercise for 30- 40 minutes every day.
• Maintain a healthy weight.

What are the side effects of Amozen At Tablet?

Medicines along with the desired effect, sometimes give side effects also, however not everyone gets them. The most common side effects of this medicine are sleepiness, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, nausea, swelling in the ankle and fatigue.

How much time does it take for Amozen At Tablet to start working?

It takes approximately 1 hour for this medicine to start showing its blood pressure lowering effects. However, this can vary among individual depending on their physiology and metabolism.