Basic Information
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Brand Name: Stamlo 5mg Tablet
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Generic Name: Amlodipine
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Strength: 5 mg
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Category: Antihypertensive / Calcium Channel Blocker
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Manufacturer: Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd.
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Prescription Required: Yes (Rx)
Composition
Each tablet contains:
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Amlodipine Besylate equivalent to Amlodipine 5 mg
Uses / Indications
Stamlo 5mg Tablet is used for:
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Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) – helps maintain normal blood pressure.
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Angina Pectoris (chest pain due to restricted blood flow).
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Coronary Artery Disease (CAD).
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Preventing long-term complications like heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage.
Mechanism of Action
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Amlodipine belongs to the class of Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs).
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Relaxes the smooth muscles of blood vessels.
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Widens arteries → reduces blood pressure.
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Improves oxygen supply to heart muscles → prevents angina attacks.
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Reduces heart’s workload.
Dosage & Administration
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Usual adult dose: 5 mg once daily.
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May be increased to 10 mg daily if needed (only under doctor’s supervision).
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Can be taken with or without food.
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Should be taken at the same time daily.
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Do not stop abruptly without consulting a doctor.
Side Effects
Common side effects:
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Swelling of ankles/feet (edema)
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Headache, dizziness, flushing
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Palpitations (fast heartbeat)
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Fatigue
Rare but serious:
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Severe low blood pressure
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Worsening angina during initial days (rare)
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Allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)
Precautions & Warnings
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Use with caution in patients with:
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Severe liver disease
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Heart failure
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Very low blood pressure
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Avoid alcohol (may worsen dizziness).
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Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use only if prescribed.
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Can cause dizziness → avoid driving if affected.
Drug Interactions
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Other antihypertensive drugs
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Antifungals (ketoconazole, itraconazole)
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Antibiotics (clarithromycin, erythromycin)
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Grapefruit juice (increases risk of side effects)
Storage
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Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place.
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Protect from sunlight and moisture.
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Keep away from children.
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