Amilo tablets are a medication that belongs to the class of selective calcium channel blockers and is primarily used to treat high blood pressure. It works by dilating blood vessels to facilitate blood flow and reduce pressure on the heart.
What are the ingredients of Amilo?
Amilo consists of the following components:
- Amlodipine, an active substance that belongs to the class of calcium channel blockers and works to lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels.
- Inactive ingredients that assist in forming the tablet.
Indications for using Amilo
It is used to treat the following conditions:
- High blood pressure
- Stable angina
- Angina caused by coronary artery spasm
- Prevention of heart complications resulting from high blood pressure
What are the doses of Amilo?
The dosage is determined according to the condition and includes:
- Amilo 5 milligrams once daily as a starting dose
- The dose may be increased to 10 milligrams daily depending on the patient's response
- Amilo Plus 5/160 milligrams is used in cases that require dual therapy
What are the side effects of Amilo?
It may cause the appearance of some symptoms, including:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Swelling in the ankles
- Heart palpitations
- Facial flushing
- General fatigue