Amlogard 5mg Tab(Amlodipine) 

Amlogard 5mg is a tab made by Pfizer Ltd. which is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and chest pain. This tablet acts as a calcium channel blocker that works by relaxing blood vessels. This makes heart more efficient in pumping more blood throughout the body.

This tab should be taken as advised by your doctor. Do not exceed the dosages without any intimation else it may result in some changes in your health conditions. Swallow it as a whole instead of crushing or breaking it. This drug can be taken with or without food but it is important to be taken at a fixed time.

Side effects caused by this drug are Fatigue, ankle swelling, sleepiness, flushing, headache, nausea, dizziness, palpitations, edema, abdominal pain etc.

 Substitutes Available 

1. Stamlo 5mg Tab (by Dr.Reddy's Lab)
2. Amlong 5mg Tab (by Micro Labs Ltd.)
3. Amlokind 5mg Tab (by Mankind Pharma)
4. Amlovas 5mg Tab (by Macleods Pharma)
5. Amlopres 5mg Tab (by Cipla Ltd.)

 Side Effects 

1. Headache
2. Fatigue 
3. Abdominal pain

 Safety 

1. Pregnancy - Consult your doctor 
2. Breastfeeding - Consult your doctor
3. Allergy - Contraindicated if allergic to Amlodipine or any other ingredient