Revelol-AM 25/5 Tablet (Amlodipine 5mg / Metoprolol Succinate 25mg)

Description

Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet is a combination of Amlodipine and Metoprolol. It is used to treat high blood pressure. This medicine works by relaxing your blood vessels and lowering your blood pressure.

Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet may cause common side effects such as headache, dizziness, nausea, muscle cramps, diarrhoea/constipation, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe.

Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet should be taken exactly as advised by your doctor. Take it at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of this medicine in your body.

Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes (high blood sugar levels), liver, kidney problems, or a history of glaucoma (a condition where the pressure in the eyeballs is abnormally high that can lead to eventual loss of vision), before taking this medicine.

Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet may interact with other medicines. Close evaluation with respect to your current medicines is necessary to avoid any undesired side effects. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or are planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet
Oedema (accumulation of water in the tissues)
Headache
Dizziness
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Constipation
Indigestion
Tiredness and weakness
Visual disturbances
Muscle cramps
Swelling of ankles
Orthostatic hypotension (A sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up from sitting or lying down position)

Uses of Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition in which your blood pressure is consistently higher than normal. High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but if left untreated it may increase your risk of heart problems and stroke (decreased blood flow to your brain). Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet is used in the treatment of hypertension.
Ischemic heart disease
Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet is used in the treatment of Ischemic heart disease, a serious condition characterized by symptoms such as chest pain, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, irregular heart rate which if untreated may lead to severe heart complications.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Severe heart disease
Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet is not recommended if you have a history of severe heart problems such as aortic stenosis (narrowing of your heart valve), uncontrolled heart failure, and cardiogenic shock (conditions where your heart is unable to supply enough blood to your body), blocked blood vessels, prinzmetal’s angina (chest pain during periods of rest) as it may worsen your condition.
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet is not recommended for you if you have blood circulation disorders like peripheral arterial disease (a condition where the blood vessels are narrow, leading to decreased blood flow to your limbs) as it may worsen your condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet may cause severe side effects in your foetus and hence is not recommended during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant consult your doctor.
Breast-feeding
Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet passes into breastmilk and may cause side effects in your infant. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
General warnings
Abrupt withdrawal
Abrupt withdrawal of Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet may affect your blood pressure control and may worsen your symptoms. Do not discontinue the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Surgery
Anaesthetic medicines given during surgery may increase your risk of hypotension (low blood pressure). This risk is increased in the presence of Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet. Hence treatment with this medicine should be informed to your doctor before scheduling a surgery. Your doctor may consider withdrawal of Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet 48 hours before administering anaesthesia.
Other medicines
Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet may interact with other medicines and may cause undesired side effects. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before taking this medicine.
Driving and operating machines
Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet may cause dizziness, visual disturbances. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines if you experience any symptoms that may affect your mental alertness.
Use in children
Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 18 years of age because the safety and efficacy data is not available.
Sports
Athletes are advised to avoid participating in high-risk sports such as archery, racing, shooting, etc. during treatment with Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet. Sportspersons should refer to the list of medicines published by the World Anti-Doping Agency to get information about the prohibited substances.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.
Overdose
Do not take more doses than what is prescribed by your doctor. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose with Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet.

Interactions

General Instructions
Take Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet with or without food. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor as it may worsen your condition.

Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet as it may affect your blood pressure.

Do not drive vehicles or operate machines if you experience any symptoms that may affect your alertness after taking Revelol Am (5/25 mg) Tablet.