Eslo 5 Tablet

About

Eslo 5 Tablet contains Amlodipine 5mg, a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker primarily used to treat hypertension and certain types of angina. It works by relaxing blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily, which reduces blood pressure and the workload on the heart. This vasodilation effect also increases blood flow to the heart muscle, alleviating angina symptoms. Its long duration of action allows for once-daily dosing, contributing to patient compliance in managing chronic cardiovascular conditions.

Amlodipine selectively inhibits the influx of calcium ions across cell membranes into vascular smooth muscle and cardiac muscle. This action leads to peripheral arterial vasodilation and a reduction in peripheral vascular resistance, which in turn lowers blood pressure. In angina, it improves myocardial oxygen supply by dilating coronary arteries and arterioles, and reduces myocardial oxygen demand by decreasing afterload. It is a well-established medication for long-term cardiovascular management.

Uses

• Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
• Management of chronic stable angina.
• Treatment of vasospastic angina (Prinzmetal's angina).
• Prevention of chest pain associated with coronary artery disease.

Directions For Use

Take this medicine orally, usually once daily, with or without food, as directed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

Benefits

• Effectively lowers high blood pressure.
• Reduces the frequency and severity of angina attacks.
• Improves blood flow to the heart.
• Provides sustained blood pressure control with once-daily dosing.
• Helps prevent cardiovascular events in hypertensive patients.
• Generally well-tolerated for long-term use.

Side Effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Swelling in ankles or feet (edema)
• Flushing
• Palpitations
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Somnolence
• Muscle cramps
• Visual disturbances
• Gingival hyperplasia (rare)

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - Alcohol may increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Eslo 5, potentially leading to dizziness or lightheadedness. It is advisable to limit alcohol intake.
• Pregnancy - Eslo 5 should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Consult your doctor.
• Breastfeeding - Amlodipine is excreted in human milk. Use with caution and under medical supervision during breastfeeding.
• Liver - Use with caution in patients with impaired liver function, as amlodipine is extensively metabolized by the liver. Dosage adjustment may be necessary.
• Kidney - No dosage adjustment is typically required for patients with renal impairment, as amlodipine is not significantly eliminated by the kidneys.
• Lung - Generally safe for use in patients with lung conditions, as it does not directly affect respiratory function.

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