Stamlo 5 Tablet is a well-known calcium channel blocker used primarily to manage high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). By relaxing blood vessels, it helps reduce the workload on the heart, promoting better circulation and preventing heart attacks and strokes.

This medication is prescribed either on its own or in combination with other antihypertensive drugs, depending on your condition's severity. For optimal results, it’s best to take it consistently at the same time every day, with or without food. Even if you feel fine, do not stop this medication without your doctor's advice, as untreated hypertension can lead to serious long-term health issues.

A) Prescription Required or Not

Prescription Required

B) Marketer

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

C) Salt Composition

Amlodipine (5mg)

Uses of Stamlo 5 Tablet

• Angina (heart-related chest pain)
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
• Hypertensive emergency
• Subarachnoid hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain)
• Anal fissure

Benefits of Stamlo 5 Tablet

Stamlo 5 Tablet helps in controlling high blood pressure, which reduces the risk of future strokes, heart attacks, and kidney damage. By easing blood flow, this medication prevents heart strain and chest pain (angina), providing long-term benefits for cardiovascular health.

Side Effects of Stamlo 5 Tablet

• Headache
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Sleepiness
• Edema (swelling)

Most side effects are mild and resolve on their own, but contact your doctor if they persist or become bothersome.

How to Use Stamlo 5 Tablet

• Take the tablet as prescribed by your doctor, at a fixed time daily.
• Swallow the tablet whole; do not chew, crush, or break it.
• You can take it with or without food, as per your doctor’s recommendation.

How Stamlo 5 Tablet Works

As a calcium channel blocker, Stamlo 5 Tablet works by relaxing blood vessels, which helps lower blood pressure and improve circulation. In patients with angina, it reduces the strain on the heart and improves oxygen delivery to heart muscles, thereby preventing chest pain.

Safety Advice

• Alcohol: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Stamlo 5 Tablet. Consult your doctor.
• Pregnancy: Consult your doctor before using Stamlo 5 Tablet during pregnancy.
• Breastfeeding: Safe if prescribed by your doctor.
• Driving: Avoid driving if you experience dizziness or drowsiness.
• Kidney: Safe for use in patients with kidney issues.
• Liver: Use with caution if you have liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose accordingly.

What if You Forget to Take Stamlo 5 Tablet?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, but if it's close to your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double up on the dose.

All Substitutes

• Amlip 5 Tablet (Cipla Ltd)
• Aginal 5 Tablet (Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd)
• Torripine 5mg Tablet (Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd)
• Amlovas 5 Tablet (Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd)
• Amlogard 5mg Tablet (Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd)

Quick Tips

• Consistently take Stamlo 5 Tablet to keep your blood pressure in check.
• Sudden dizziness may occur, especially when starting the medication. Stand up slowly.
• If you notice ankle swelling, raise your legs while sitting and consult your doctor if it persists.
• Do not engage in activities requiring focus, such as driving, until you know how this medicine affects you.

Fact Box

• Chemical Class: Dihydropyridinecarboxylic acids derivatives
• Habit Forming: No
• Therapeutic Class: Cardiac
• Action Class: Calcium Channel Blockers- Dihydropyridines (DHP)

Interaction with Drugs

Taking Stamlo with certain medications can cause adverse effects, such as:

• Ciclosporin (oral route): Severe interaction, can increase gum tissue growth.
• Progesterone (oral route): May weaken the blood pressure-lowering effect.
• Estradiol (oral route): May also reduce the blood pressure-lowering effect.
• Atorvastatin (oral route): May increase the risk of muscle damage.

Always consult your doctor before combining this with other medications.

FAQs

• How long does it take for Stamlo 5 Tablet to work?
  It works within a day, but full benefits may take a few weeks to show. Continue the medication even if you feel better.

• Does Stamlo 5 Tablet cause itching?
  It may cause mild itching in some patients. Consult your doctor if the itching becomes severe.

• Is Stamlo 5 Tablet harmful to the kidneys?
  No, Stamlo 5 Tablet does not worsen kidney function. It may even help reduce kidney damage caused by hypertension.

• Should I take Stamlo 5 Tablet in the morning or at night?
  Take it at the same time each day. Consult your doctor for personalized advice.

Disclaimer

The information provided is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered as a replacement for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for advice regarding your specific condition or any medications. For more information, visit www.ipmedicare.com.