Monitor (10mg) Tablets – 14’s | Effective Blood Pressure & Angina Control (Amlodipine)

Description

Monitor (10mg) Tablets contain Amlodipine Besylate, a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and chest pain (angina pectoris). It works by relaxing blood vessels, improving blood flow, and reducing the workload on the heart. Regular use helps prevent heart attacks, strokes, and kidney problems associated with long-term hypertension.

Ingredients

• Amlodipine Besylate 10 mg

Drug Class

• Calcium Channel Blocker (CCB)

• Antihypertensive & Antianginal Agent

Dosage Form

• Film-coated oral tablet

Uses

Monitor Tablets are used for:

• Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure)

• Management of chronic stable angina (chest pain)

• Vasospastic angina (Prinzmetal’s angina)

• Prevention of heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage caused by high blood pressure

Dosage

• Adults: Usual dose is 5–10 mg once daily, as directed by your doctor.

• Elderly or patients with liver impairment: Lower starting dose may be recommended.

• Take the medicine at the same time every day for best results.

In Case of Overdose

Symptoms may include:

• Severe dizziness

• Fainting

• Rapid or irregular heartbeat

• Low blood pressure

Action: Seek immediate medical attention or contact your nearest hospital emergency room.

Missed Dose

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

• If it’s nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one.

• Do not double the dose to make up for it.

How To Use

• Take Monitor Tablet orally with a glass of water.

• Can be taken with or without food.

• Try to take it at the same time every day.

• Continue taking even if you feel fine — hypertension often has no symptoms.

When Not to Use

Do not use Monitor if you:

• Are allergic to Amlodipine or any calcium channel blocker.

• Have severe low blood pressure (hypotension).

• Have heart failure or aortic stenosis.

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding without medical advice.

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Headache

• Dizziness or light-headedness

• Swelling of feet or ankles (edema)

• Flushing (warmth/redness of face)

• Fatigue or tiredness

• Nausea or abdominal discomfort

Serious side effects (rare):

• Irregular heartbeat

• Chest pain worsening

• Severe allergic reaction (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty)

Seek medical help if you experience severe side effects.

Precautions & Warnings

• Monitor blood pressure regularly during treatment.

• Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice, which can increase side effects.

• Use with caution if you have liver disease or heart failure.

• Avoid alcohol as it may cause excessive dizziness.

• Do not stop medication abruptly — consult your doctor first.

• May cause dizziness — avoid driving or heavy machinery until you know how it affects you.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor if you are taking:

• Other blood pressure medicines (ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers)

• Simvastatin (dose adjustment may be needed)

• Antifungal or antibiotic drugs (like ketoconazole, erythromycin)

• Antidepressants or antipsychotics (may increase dizziness)

• Grapefruit juice — avoid as it increases amlodipine levels

Storage/Disposal

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Dispose of unused medicine properly — do not flush or throw in household waste.

Control Drug

• Not a controlled drug. Prescription required.

Quick Tips

• Take Monitor Tablet at the same time daily for consistent control.

• Continue taking even if you feel well — stopping may cause a spike in blood pressure.

• Avoid excessive salt and high-fat diets to improve treatment outcomes.

• Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

• If you experience swelling in your legs, inform your doctor.

• Do not use for sudden chest pain — your doctor may prescribe a short-acting nitrate for that purpose.