- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
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Last Updated On: May 16, 2025
Amfast 5mg
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Product Overview
Composition: Amlodipine 5mg + Losartan 50mg
AMFAST- L is brand name of Amlodipine 5mg + Losartan 50mg. This combination is used to treat the condition of high blood pressure.
Uses
Hypertension/ High blood pressure
Side Effect
Common side effects:
- Dizziness
- Lightheadedness
- Swelling ankles/feet
- Flushing may occur.
How to use
Swallow the tablet whole by mouth. You can take it with or without food. Don't crush, chew or break the tablet. Follow the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor.
How It works
Amlodipine belongs to a group of substances called “calcium channel blockers”. Amlodipine blocks the transport of calcium into the smooth muscle cells lining the arteries of the heart (coronary arteries) and other arteries of the body thereby also reducing blood pressure.Losartan blocks the binding of Angiotensin II to AT1 receptor.This results in decrease in Aldosterone release and decrease sodium and water reabsorption.Also results in vasodilation and finally decreases high blood pressure.
Safety Advice for Amfast 5mg
Pregnant & Breastfeeding
Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding woman before taking this medicine to understand the risk and benefit ratio.
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