Before You Use Cardace AM 5 Tablet (Amlodipine & Ramipril):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Amlodipine & Ramipril

• You are not having any serious Disease

• You do not have Liver/Kidney problems

• Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Cardace AM 5 Tablet (Amlodipine & Ramipril):

• You should avoid taking alcohol  

• You should avoid Driving

• You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Cardace AM 5 Tablet (Amlodipine & Ramipril):

You should not take Cardace AM 5 Tablet if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

• Are patient with a known history of cardiogenic shock

• Are patient having a heart block greater than first degree 

• Are patient who are suffering from a sinus bradycardia 

• Have severe Liver/Kidney Disease

• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You:  

• Have Allergy to the Tablet

• Have any Kidney or Liver Disease

• Have undergone or undergoing a major surgery

• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

• Are Breastfeeding

Dosage:

Cardace AM 5 Tablet contains two active ingredients, Amlodipine & Ramipril, which is used the treatment of high blood pressure. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Cardace AM 5 Tablet at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take it regularly by time for better effects.

How Much Of The Cardace AM 5 Tablet (Amlodipine & Ramipril) to Be Used:

Cardace AM 5 Tablet is available in various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores. Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Cardace AM 5 Tablet.

How To Take The Cardace AM 5 Tablet (Amlodipine & Ramipril):

Cardace AM 5 Tablet dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must gulp down the tablet as a whole with water. Do not try to chew or crush the tablet. Cardace AM 5 Tablet can be taken with or without food.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Cardace AM 5 Tablet (Amlodipine & Ramipril):

You are always advised to take Cardace AM 5 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by the doctor. You are not advised to take it in larger or smaller amount or for a longer time than recommended by your doctor. Do not stop the treatment abruptly on your own as it may cause withdrawal effects.

Overdose:

You should contact your doctor or visit the nearby hospital immediately if you are suspecting an overdose.

Missed Dose:

You should try to take every dose of Cardace AM 5 Tablet at a fixed time. A missed dose of Cardace AM 5 Tablet should be taken as soon as you remember. Just skip the dosage if it is the time for the next dosage. Do not double the dosage for next time if you missed once to make up the missed dosage.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Cardace AM 5 Tablet (Amlodipine & Ramipril):

• Blurred vision

• Sweating

• Dizziness

• Unusual tiredness and weakness

• Back pain

• Chest tightness

• Increased heartbeat

• Cough

• Diarrhea

• Vomiting

• Swelling of ankles or feet

• Difficulty in breathing

• Redness of face, neck, arms and chest

• Muscle pain

• Heartburn

• Acid or sour stomach

• Stomach pain

• Anxiety

• Decreased blood pressure

• Sleepiness

• Taste change

• Headache

• Increased potassium level in blood

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Cardace AM 5 Tablet. It can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Carbamazepine

• Itraconazole

• Losartan

• Corticosteroids

• Rifampicin

• Aliskiren

• Insulin

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines

There are disease interactions with Amlodipine & Ramipril which include:

• Angioedema

• Hypotension or cardiogenic shock

Warning And Precaution:

Cardace AM 5 Tablet can worsen the conditions like:

• Allergy

• Kidney Disease/ Liver Diseases

• It may cause drowsiness and dizziness

• Its use may increase the potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia)

• Its use can cause a persistent nonproductive cough in some patients

• It should be used with caution in patients with coronary artery diseases

• It should be used with extreme caution in patients with severe aortic stenosis

• It should be used with caution in patients suffering from heart diseases

• Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Avoid driving or any other physical activity which requires your alertness as this medicine may cause dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness

• It should be used with caution in pediatric population

• Keep out of reach of children

• Always read the information thoroughly written on the leaflet of medicine.

• Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

Indications:

Cardace AM 5 Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this tablet for shorter or longer time than recommended by the Doctor.

Storage:

Store the Cardace AM 5 Tablet at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be intact and are not damaged while storing.