CARDACE AM 5 TAB

CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET belongs to the class of ‘anti-hypertensive drugs’, primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension is a medical condition, in which the blood exerts high pressure (force exerted by circulating blood) against blood vessel’s walls. This condition makes the heart to work harder in pumping the blood to the whole body. Hypertension can cause severe health complications, including stroke, heart failure, heart attack and kidney failure.

CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET is a combination of medicine that consists of Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Ramipril (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor). Amlodipine belongs to the class of ‘calcium channel blockers’ and is used to treat high blood pressure, Prinzmetal’s or variant angina (chest pain) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease. It relaxes blood vessels, so that blood passes through them easily, thereby lowering the blood pressure. Amlodipine also improves blood supply to the heart muscle to receive more oxygen and thus preventing chest pain. Ramipril belongs to the class of ‘Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors’. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body, thereby lowering blood pressure. Ramipril also decreases the body’s production of certain substances that raise blood pressure.

CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET is an orally administered drug in the form of tablet and capsule. You can take CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET with food or without food. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience blurred vision, sweating, confusion, tiredness, stomach upset, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), dizziness, headache and swelling of the ankles or feet. Most of these side effects of CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please reach out to your doctor.

Do not stop taking CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET without consulting your doctor since it may worsen your condition and increase the risk of future heart problems. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, electrolyte levels and kidney functioning is advised while taking CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney, liver or heart diseases. Please tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or have any allergic reactions to CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET. Reducing the amount of table salt (sodium chloride) in your food often relieves the body’s swelling. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including vitamins, before starting CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please tell your doctor so that the dosage of CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET can be prescribed accordingly.

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Take the tablet/capsule of CARDACE AM 5/5MG TABLET with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Try to take it at a fixed time every day. Do not double the dose if missed.