Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2863

USA Brand Name

CaduetLotrel

Strength

5mg/25mg

Generic Name

Amlodipine + Atenolol

Manufacturer

Astra Zeneca

## Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol)

## What Is The Generic Name For Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet:

Amlodipine & Atenolol is the generic version for Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol):

CaduetLotrel

Norvasc + Apo-Atenolol

Novo-Atenol

## About Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol)

Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet contains two active ingredients, Amlodipine & Atenolol, which is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. The medicine should be taken in combination with a proper diet and regular exercise. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer:

Zydus, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet.It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength:

Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet contains two active ingredients, Amlodipine & Atenolol, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol):

Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Mild to moderate hypertension

Chronic stable Angina

## How Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol) Works:

Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet has two active ingredients, Amlodipine & Atenolol. Amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Atenolol is a beta blocker which works specifically on the heart to slow down the heart rate.

## Before You Use Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Amlodipine & Atenolol

You are not having any serious Disease

You do not have Liver/Kidney problems

Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid Driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol):

You should not take Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Are patient with a known history of cardiogenic shock

Are patient having a heart block greater than first degree

Are patient who are suffering from a sinus bradycardia

Have severe Liver/Kidney Disease

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Tablet

Have any Kidney or Liver Disease

Have undergone or undergoing a major surgery

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage:

Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet contains two active ingredients, Amlodipine & Atenolol, which is used the treatment of high blood pressure . It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet at a fixed time without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take it regularly by time for better effects.

## How Much Of The Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol) to Be Used:

Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet is available in various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores. Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet.

## How To Take The Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol):

Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must gulp down the tablet as a whole with water. Do not try to chew or crush the tablet. Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet must be taken empty stomach.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol):

You are always advised to take Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by the doctor. You are not advised to take it in larger or smaller amount or for a longer time than recommended by your doctor. Do not stop the treatment abruptly on your own as it may cause withdrawal effects.

## Overdose:

You should contact your doctor or visit the nearby hospital immediately if you are suspecting an overdose.

## Missed Dose:

You should try to take every dose of Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet at a fixed time. A missed dose of Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet should be taken as soon as you remember. Just skip the dosage if it is the time for the next dosage. Do not double the dosage for next time if you missed once to make up the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Aten AM 5 Mg/25 Mg Tablet (Amlodipine & Atenolol):

Blurred vision

Difficulty in breathing

Sweating

Cold hands or feet

Anxiety

Chest pain

Dizziness

Decrease in frequency of urination

Increased thirst

Loss of appetite

Trouble sleeping

Diarrhea

Swelling of ankles or feet

Increased heartbeat

Redness of face, neck, arms and chest

Muscle pain

Heartburn

Acid or sour stomach

Headache

Palpitations

Nausea

Constipation

Tiredness

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet. It can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Alprazolam

Carbamazepine

Itraconazole

Corticosteroids

Rifampicin

Theophylline

There are disease interactions with Amlodipine & Atenolol which include:

Asthma

Heart Block

Glaucoma

Hypotension or cardiogenic shock

## Warning And Precaution:

Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Kidney Disease/ Liver Diseases

It may cause drowsiness and dizziness

It should be used with caution in patients with coronary artery diseases

It should be used with extreme caution in patients with severe aortic stenosis

It should be used with caution in patients suffering from heart diseases

It should be administered with caution in patients suffering from hyperthyroidism

It should be used with caution in patients having diabetes

Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Avoid driving or any other physical activity which requires your alertness as this medicine may cause dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness

It should be used with caution in pediatric population

Keep out of reach of children

Always read the information thoroughly written on the leaflet of medicine.

Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine

## Indications:

Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this tablet for shorter or longer time than recommended by the Doctor.

## Storage:

Store the Aten AM 5 mg/25 mg Tablet at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be intact and are not damaged while storing.