Almod-AT
Composition: Amlodipine 5 mg + Atenolol 50 mg
Almod-AT is a combination antihypertensive medication used for the effective management of high blood pressure (hypertension) and related cardiovascular conditions.
This combination brings together two different classes of medicines:
Amlodipine – a calcium channel blocker that relaxes and widens the blood vessels, improving blood flow.
Atenolol – a beta-blocker that lowers heart rate, reduces the heart’s workload, and helps in controlling blood pressure more effectively.
Together, they help maintain controlled blood pressure, reduce strain on the heart, and decrease the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other complications associated with long-term hypertension. This combination is especially beneficial for patients who require two medicines to achieve optimal blood-pressure control.
Uses
Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension),
Helps reduce risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure,
Manages angina (chest pain),
Controls high heart rate, helping the heart function more efficiently,
Recommended for patients not controlled with single therapy
How to Use
Usually taken once daily, with or without food,
Take at the same time every day for best effect,
Do not miss doses or stop abruptly without your doctor’s advice,
Follow the exact dosage and schedule prescribed by your physician
Side Effects
Fatigue or tiredness
Dizziness, light-headedness
Slow heartbeat (bradycardia),
Swelling of feet or ankles (due to Amlodipine),
Headache,
Cold hands and feet (due to Atenolol),
Shortness of breath (rare),
Less common side effects:
Nausea,
Sleep disturbances,
Low blood pressure,
Mood changes
Precautions
Inform your doctor if you have asthma, COPD, diabetes, thyroid disorders, heart block, or liver problems
Atenolol may mask symptoms of low blood sugar—diabetic patients should monitor glucose regularly
Avoid alcohol as it may increase dizziness
Do not stop the medicine suddenly, especially Atenolol, as it may worsen heart conditions
