AMACE BP TABLET belongs to the 'anti-hypertensive drugs' class used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood's force against the artery wall is high. As a result, it leads to heart disease, irregular heartbeat, and other complications.

AMACE BP TABLET contains Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker) and Benazepril (angiotensin receptor blocker). Together, Amlodipine and Benazepril effectively relax and widen your blood vessels. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

AMACE BP TABLET should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headaches, flushing, feeling tired, feeling dizzy, pain in your joints or muscles, and swollen ankles. Most of these side effects of AMACE BP TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids while taking AMACE BP TABLET.

Before taking AMACE BP TABLET, inform your doctor about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and medications you are using. Even if you feel better, do not stop taking your medication unless instructed by the doctor. AMACE BP TABLET should not be used in pregnant women and the paediatric population aged below 6 years. There is no substantial research yet on the use of AMACE BP TABLET in breastfeeding/nursing mothers. Let your doctor know if you are a nursing mother before taking AMACE BP TABLET; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take AMACE BP TABLET or not. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Amlodipine and Benazepril are both present in AMACE BP TABLET. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing the blood arteries, allowing the heart to pump more efficiently. Benazepril belongs to a class of drugs known as angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It works by reducing certain chemicals that stiffen blood arteries, allowing blood to flow more freely.

• Feeling sick (nausea)
• Being sick (vomiting)
• Cough
• Diarrhoea
• Headaches
• A pounding heartbeat (palpitations)
• Flushing
• Feeling tired
• Feeling dizzy
• Pain in your joints or muscles
• Swollen ankles

It is recommended not to take it if you are allergic to any component present in AMACE BP TABLET or if you are pregnant. Extreme caution should be exercised while using AMACE BP TABLET if you have Angioedema, bone marrow suppression, CHF, hemodialysis, hyperkalemia, hypotension, cardiogenic shock/hypotension, ischemic heart disease, or liver problems. So, inform your doctor about all your medical conditions before using AMACE BP TABLET. Amlodipine may have an impact on sperm function. If you are experiencing problems getting pregnant, talk to your doctor about quitting amlodipine. If you are concerned, speak with your fertility specialist.

Drug-Drug Interactions: AMACE BP TABLET may interact with certain high blood pressure lowering pills (e.g. aliskiren, candesartan, losartan), anticonvulsant medications (e.g. carbamazepine, phenytoin), and antifungal medications (e.g. itraconazole, ketoconazole).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol consumption should be avoided. Avoid moderately high or high potassium dietary intake.

Drug-Disease Interactions: AMACE BP TABLET may interact with various disease conditions, including angioedema, bone marrow suppression, CHF (Congestive Heart Failure), hemodialysis, hyperkalemia, hypotension, hypotension (low blood pressure), coronary artery disease, liver disease, and cardiogenic shock (when the heart fails to pump required blood to the body).

• ALISKIREN
• CANDESARTAN
• LOSARTAN
• CARBAMAZEPINE
• PHENYTOIN
• ITRACONAZOLE
• KETOCONAZOLE

• Consume antioxidant-rich food. Blueberries, cherries, tomatoes, squash, and bell peppers are highly antioxidants.
• Eat natural diuretic foods. Asparagus, beets, green beans, grapes, onion, leafy greens, pineapple, leeks, pumpkin, and garlic are all-natural diuretic foods.
• Use healthy cooking oils like soybean, olive, canola, and coconut oil.
• You should avoid refined foods such as white bread, spaghetti, sugar, and red meat.
• Reduce or eliminate Trans fatty acids, which are found in commercially baked items such as cookies, cakes, crackers, French fries, onion rings, doughnuts, and processed foods.
• Avoid the consumption of too much salt or salty food.
• Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
• Regular physical activity or exercise like walking improves your blood flow.
• When possible, elevate your legs or the swollen area on a chair or pillows.
• Avoid standing or sitting for extended periods.
• Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure.
• Spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
• Quitting smoking and alcohol consumption is the best strategy to lower the risk of many health complications.

If you are pregnant, avoid using amlodipine and benazepril. Call your doctor right away if you become pregnant while taking amlodipine with benazepril. Amlodipine and benazepril have the potential to harm the fetus.

Blood pressure: It is the measurement of the force that our heart uses to pump blood to all parts of the body. Hypertension is a chronic condition when blood pressure is too high. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when the blood supply to the heart is blocked). High blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor. Systolic pressure is the pressure with which the heart pumps blood. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is when your heart is resting between heartbeats. If your blood pressure is 140/90 mm of Hg, the systolic pressure is 140 mm of Hg, and diastolic pressure is 90 mm of Hg. Ideal blood pressure should be between 90/60 mm of Hg and 120/80 mm of Hg.