S-Numlo 5 Tablet (S-Amlodipine 5mg)

Medical Description

S Numlo 5 Tab 15’S contains Amlodipine, which belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blockers.

Uses of S Numlo 5 MG

S Numlo 5 Tab 15’S is used to treat high blood pressure and a type of chest pain (Angina).

contraindications

Contraindications of S Numlo 5 MG
If you are allergic to this medicine or any other ingredients of this medicine
If you have low blood pressure
If you have abnormal narrowing of aorta heart valve (Aortic stenosis)
If you are suffering from a condition where your heart is unable to supply blood to your body (Cardiogenic Shock)
If you are suffering from heart failure after a heart attack

Side effects of S Numlo 5 MG

Swelling of feet, ankles, legs (Oedema or fluid retention)
Headache
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Rapid or irregular heartbeats (palpitation)
Stomach ache
Feeling sick
Diarrhea
Constipation
Indigestion
Weakness
Tiredness
Muscle cramps
Vision problems

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have liver disease
You recently had a heart attack or heart failure
You are elderly
You are suffering from a severe increase in blood pressure
You may suffer from heart attack, or your chest pain could worsen, when you start taking this medicine, however, this happens rarely

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Mode of Action of S Numlo 5 MG

How Does It Work?
S Numlo 5 Tab 15’S works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, thus making it easier for the blood to pass through the blood vessels and lowers the blood pressure
It also improves the blood and oxygen supply to heart muscle and prevents chest pain

Directions for Use of S Numlo 5 MG

You can take this medicine with or even without food
Swallow each tablet with a glass of water
Take the pill as a whole, do not chew or crush the tablet

Interactions of S Numlo 5 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Medicine used to treat fungal infection like Ketoconazole
Any antibiotic like Rifampicin
Medicine used to treat HIV infection like Ritonavir
Medicine used to treat heart problems like Verapamil
Medicine used to decrease cholesterol level like Simvastatin
Medicine used to increase your immune system like Tacrolimus
Medicine used to suppress your immune system like Ciclosporin
Medicine used to relax muscles like Dantrolene
Interactions with food items
Grapefruit juice and grapefruit should not be consumed along with S Numlo 5 Tab 15’S, as these can cause a drastic drop in your blood pressure
If your doctor has advised you a low-salt or low-sodium diet, follow these directions carefully

Storage and disposal of S Numlo 5 MG

Store it in a cool and dry place
Keep away from children
Check the expiry date before taking the medicine and do not use the medicine after the expiry date

Dosage of S Numlo 5 MG

Overdose
You may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting and weakness
There are chances of excessive lowering of blood pressure
You may become unconscious, and your skin may be cold and clammy
You must immediately report to an emergency medical care unit if you think you have taken more than the actual dose
Missed a Dose
If you miss any dose, take it as soon as you remember if there is sufficient time left for the next scheduled dose.
If it is time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not compensate for the missed dose by taking an extra dose.