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Abecab 5 mg + 20 mg

Tablet

Generic: Amlodipine + Olmesartan Medoxomil

ACI Limited

Therapeutic Class: Calcium Channel Blocker + Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker

Indications

Hypertension, in patients not adequately controlled by amlodipine or olmesartan alone.

Pharmacology

Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes arterial smooth muscle; olmesartan blocks the angiotensin II (AT1) receptor. The two complementary mechanisms lower blood pressure more than either drug alone.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: one tablet once daily (amlodipine 5 mg with olmesartan 20 mg or 40 mg). Maximum: amlodipine 10 mg with olmesartan 40 mg once daily. May be taken with or without food.

Side Effects

Ankle swelling, dizziness, headache, flushing, fatigue, palpitations and raised blood potassium. Severe chronic diarrhoea is rare.

Precautions & Warnings

Monitor kidney function and potassium in renal impairment and the elderly. Use with caution in hepatic impairment and heart failure. Report severe persistent diarrhoea. Not recommended during breast-feeding.

Contraindications

Pregnancy, hypersensitivity to either component or to dihydropyridines, severe hepatic impairment or biliary obstruction, cardiogenic shock, severe aortic stenosis, and use with aliskiren in patients with diabetes or renal impairment.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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