Amlodipine + Hydrochlorothiazide

Dosage Forms Available

• Amlodipine + Hydrochlorothiazide can be taken orally (tablets).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is intended for use by adults, and children above 6 years of age.

Contraindications

• Amlodipine + Hydrochlorothiazide is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to either Amlodipine, Hydrochlorothiazide or other sulfonamide-derived medicines. It is also contraindicated in patients with anuria, a condition where the kidneys fail to produce urine.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with antidiabetic medicines (like insulin and metformin), bile acid sequestrants (such as cholestyramine and colestipol), ACTH (such as hydrocortisone), lithium and NSAIDs (like ibuprofen and naproxen).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdosing on Amlodipine + Hydrochlorothiazide can lead to severe dizziness and fainting. If you suspect an overdose, it is crucial to seek immediate medical attention.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Never double your dose to make up for a missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects of Amlodipine + Hydrochlorothiazide are temporary and generally harmless, resolving when discontinuing the medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Drinking plenty of water could help manage some side effects like dehydration and dry mouth.

• It might be helpful to take this medicine with food if it causes stomach upset.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Amlodipine + Hydrochlorothiazide does not generally affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. However, if you experience dizziness or drowsiness after taking this medicine, avoid such activities until you feel well again.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• It is recommended to consult your doctor before using Amlodipine + Hydrochlorothiazide during pregnancy and lactation.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with kidney disease or liver disease should exercise caution when taking Amlodipine + Hydrochlorothiazide, due to the potential for altered medicine clearance.

• People with electrolyte imbalances or systemic lupus erythematosus should also use this medicine cautiously.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Adopt a diet low in salt and fat to help manage high blood pressure.

• Make sure to stay hydrated, as this medicine may make you urinate more often.

• Regularly monitor your blood pressure at home.