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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Amlodac CH Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and oedema. It contains Chlorothiazide and Amlodipine which work by reducing excess fluid levels in the body, relaxing and widening the blood vessels, and improving blood flow. This medicine may sometimes cause side effects such as sleepiness, headache, flushing, tiredness, nausea, and decreased potassium levels in the blood. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Amlodac CH Tablet

Amlodac CH Tablet is an anti-hypertensive medicine used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and oedema (a buildup of fluid in the body). Hypertension or high blood pressure is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the blood vessel (artery wall) increases. The higher this blood pressure, the harder the heart has to pump. Edema may occur in cases of high blood pressure where fluids of the body get trapped in the tissues of the hands, arms, feet, ankles, and legs, leading to swelling.

Amlodac CH Tablet contains Chlorothiazide and Amlodipine. Chlorothiazide is a diuretic that increases the amount of urine passed out from the kidneys. It effectively reduces excess fluid levels in the body and treats Edema (swelling) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker and works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels. This, in turn, reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. So, it helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke.

Take Amlodac CH Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Amlodac CH Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience glucose intolerance (low or high level of glucose), ankle swelling, sleepiness, headache, (sense of heat in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), flushing, tiredness, nausea, decreased potassium level in the blood, Increased blood uric acid and altered blood lipid level. Most of these side effects of Amlodac CH Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Tell your doctor about this, as it may cause a rise in blood pressure and can increase the risk of heart complications like stroke and heart disease. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any kidney or liver, or heart disease or are diabetic. Taking Amlodac CH Tablet during pregnancy may cause side effects like jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), unexplained bleeding, low blood sugar or an electrolyte imbalance in the newborn baby. Do not use Amlodac CH Tablet if you cannot urinate, have low blood pressure (hypotension), or cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping blood flow to the heart). Reducing the amount of table salt (sodium chloride) in your food often relieves the body's swelling.

Uses of Amlodac CH Tablet

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) and oedema (swelling due to fluid retention).

Directions for Use

Swallow the whole tablet with approximately a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Amlodac CH Tablet is a combination drug used to treat hypertension. When you take Amlodac CH Tablet , your body's blood vessels will be relaxed, and it will help lower the raised blood pressure. It also widens the blood vessels (lining of arteries wall) and improves blood flow. It helps in losing excess fluids from the body by increasing the production of urine. This reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, it helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke. Amlodac CH Tablet also helps decrease fluid buildup, which reduces inflammation or swelling. In addition, this relieves Edema and helps you carry out your daily activities more efficiently.

How Amlodac CH Tablet Works

Amlodac CH Tablet contains Chlorothiazide and Amlodipine. Chlorothiazide is a diuretic that increases the amount of urine passed out from the kidneys. It effectively reduces excess fluid levels in the body and treats Edema (swelling) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker and works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels. This, in turn, reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. So, it helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Amlodac CH Tablet

  • Glucose intolerance (low or high level of glucose)
  • Ankle swelling
  • Sleepiness
  • Headache (sense of heat in the face, ears, neck, and trunk)
  • Flushing
  • Tiredness
  • Decreased potassium level in the blood
  • Increased blood uric acid
  • Altered blood lipid level

What if I have taken an overdose of Amlodac CH Tablet

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

Amlodac CH Tablet should not be given to the people allergic to Amlodac CH Tablet , have low blood pressure (less than 90 mm of Hg), have had a heart attack, kidney disease, liver disease, gout (high uric acid), high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), pregnant women or planning to get pregnant and breastfeeding women. Besides this, it is contraindicated in people with cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping of blood flow to the heart) and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). Amlodac CH Tablet can pass into breast milk, but its effect on the baby is unknown. So, it is better to tell your doctor if you take Amlodac CH Tablet and breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you are on low sodium (table salt) diet. Cases of electrolyte imbalance have been observed (like low levels of sodium, potassium, or magnesium in your blood). So your doctor might advise monitoring blood pressure, kidney function tests and electrolytes.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmlodipineDantrolene
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chlorthalidoneCisapride
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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
How does the drug interact with Amlodac CH Tablet 10's:
Using Amlodac CH Tablet 10's together with dantrolene may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amlodac CH Tablet 10's with Dantrolene can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
chlorthalidoneCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Amlodac CH Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Amlodac CH Tablet 10's and cisapride may increase the risk or severity of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amlodac CH Tablet 10's with Cisapride is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineMitotane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amlodac CH Tablet 10's:
Using Amlodac CH Tablet 10's and mitotane together may drastically lower Amlodac CH Tablet 10's blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Amlodac CH Tablet 10's with mitotane can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineLemborexant
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amlodac CH Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of lemborexant and Amlodac CH Tablet 10's may increase the blood levels of lemborexant.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Amlodac CH Tablet 10's with Lemborexant can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor if you experience abnormal sleep patterns, worsening of depression, changes in heartbeat, or headache. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipinePrimidone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amlodac CH Tablet 10's:
Using Amlodac CH Tablet 10's and primidone together may lower Amlodac CH Tablet 10's blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Amlodac CH Tablet 10's with primidone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineRifampicin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amlodac CH Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Amlodac CH Tablet 10's and rifampicin together may lower Amlodac CH Tablet 10's blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Amlodac CH Tablet 10's and rifampicin, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amlodac CH Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Tizanidine and Amlodac CH Tablet 10's can increase the risk or severity of developing side effects like low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Amlodac CH Tablet 10's with tizanidine can result in an interaction, it can be taken when a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience headache, dizziness, palpitations, or irregular heart rate while taking these drugs, contact the doctor immediately. Use caution while getting up from a sitting or sleeping position and avoid driving or using dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
AmlodipineIdelalisib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amlodac CH Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Amlodac CH Tablet 10's and Idelalisib may raise Amlodac CH Tablet 10's levels in the blood this may lead to serious side effects (irregular heart rhythm, fluid retention, swelling, heart failure, and abnormally low blood pressure).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Amlodac CH Tablet 10's with idelalisib can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience dizziness or fainting, sudden, unexplained weight gain, swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet, chest discomfort, or trouble breathing while taking these drugs, consult the doctor. Use caution while getting up from a sitting or sleeping position and avoid driving or using dangerous machinery. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmlodipineRifabutin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amlodac CH Tablet 10's:
Using Amlodac CH Tablet 10's and rifabutin together may lower Amlodac CH Tablet 10's blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Amlodac CH Tablet 10's with rifabutin, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Consult the doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineSirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Amlodac CH Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Amlodac CH Tablet 10's can make Sirolimus may increase the risk of angioedema (a condition associated with swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, throat, and occasionally also the hands and feet).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Amlodac CH Tablet 10's and Sirolimus, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor if you notice any swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, throat, hands and feet or have trouble breathing or swallowing. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.

  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm Hg.

  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies and low-fat dairy products.

  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.

  • If you are taking alcohol, then only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.

  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

  • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure. 

  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, immediately contact your doctor.

  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil can help lower your elevated blood pressure.

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Amlodac CH Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Amlodac CH Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy unless your doctor considers it essential. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Amlodac CH Tablet should not be used when breastfeeding unless necessary. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing. Please consult your doctor.

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Driving

Unsafe

It is not recommended to drive after taking Amlodac CH Tablet as it may occasionally cause drowsiness.

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Liver

Caution

Amlodac CH Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose if required based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Amlodac CH Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending on your current kidney conditions.

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Children

Caution

Amlodac CH Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you are children below 12. Your doctor will decide the dose based on the age and condition of your child.

FAQs

Amlodac CH Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and oedema (a buildup of fluid in the body).
Amlodac CH Tablet contains Chlorothiazide and Amlodipine. Chlorothiazide works by increasing the amount of urine passed out from the kidneys. It effectively reduces excess fluid levels in the body and treats Edema (swelling) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease. Amlodipine works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels. This, in turn, reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
It's unlikely that Amlodac CH Tablet affects fertility in men or women. However, some water pills like hydrochlorothiazide may lead to erectile dysfunction. There's not enough evidence to say for certain. For the best advice, consult your doctor.
No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend discontinuing it.
Amlodac CH Tablet can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Conditions such as high blood pressure are life-long conditions, and one should not abruptly discontinue it without discussing it with a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
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