asomex 2.5 tablet
What is asomex 2.5 tablet used for?
Asomex 2.5 Tablet (S-Amlodipine) is used to treat CARDIAC. It contains S-Amlodipine (2.5mg), which Selectively blocks L-type calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle and cardiac. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: S-Amlodipine
- Manufacturer: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ asomex 2.5 tablet Uses & Benefits
Hypertension, chronic stable angina, vasospastic angina (Prinzmetal's angina).
Off-label uses: Raynaud's phenomenon, migraine prophylaxis, high-altitude pulmonary edema.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | S-Amlodipine |
| Brand Name | Asomex 2.5 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | Calcium channel blockers- Dihydropyridines (DHP) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF), protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selectively blocks L-type calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle and cardiac muscle, inhibiting calcium influx and causing vasodilation and reduced peripheral vascular resistance.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take asomex 2.5 tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of asomex 2.5 tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Edema (peripheral)
- Dizziness
- Flushing
- Palpitations
- Fatigue
- Nausea
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe hypotension
- Hepatotoxicity (rare)
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome (rare)
- Angioedema (rare)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Gingival hyperplasia
- Gynecomastia
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
- Vasculitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | Major | Increased amlodipine levels, risk of toxicity |
| Rifampin | Major | Decreased amlodipine efficacy |
| Simvastatin | Moderate | Increased risk of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis |
| Grapefruit juice | Moderate | Increased amlodipine levels |
| Diltiazem | Moderate | Increased amlodipine levels |
| Cimetidine | Minor | Slight increase in amlodipine levels |
| Antacids | Minor | Reduced absorption of amlodipine |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir)
- CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, carbamazepine, phenytoin)
โก Moderate Interactions
- Simvastatin
- Grapefruit juice
- Diltiazem
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Aluminum/magnesium antacids
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Grapefruit juice may increase plasma levels; avoid concurrent intake.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May enhance hypotensive effects; avoid excessive alcohol.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to amlodipine or dihydropyridines, severe hypotension, cardiogenic shock, unstable angina (except Prinzmetal's), aortic stenosis.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Blood pressure, heart rate, signs of peripheral edema, liver function tests periodically.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution, risk to infant unknown.
๐ Overdose Management
Gastric lavage, activated charcoal, supportive care; intravenous calcium gluconate may reverse calcium channel blocker effects.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.