What is Amlodipine-eprosartan?
Amlodipine-eprosartan, also known as Eprovasc, is an antihypertensive medication used to treat high blood pressure and certain types of chest pain (angina). It combines the calcium channel blocker amlodipine with the angiotensin II receptor antagonist eprosartan. The combination of these two classes of medications works by relaxing blood vessels and reducing the heart’s workload, ultimately lowering blood pressure and alleviating symptoms of angina.
What is Amlodipine-eprosartan used for?
Amlodipine besylate and eprosartan mesylate, marketed under the brand name Exforge, is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist and calcium channel blocker combination medication. It is a prescription-only drug used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults.
The mechanism of action for Amlodipine besylate involves blocking the entry of calcium ions into cardiac muscle cells and vascular smooth muscle cells, thereby resulting in vasodilation. The eprosartan mesylate component works by antagonizing the angiotensin II receptor subtype 1 (AT1), which is a key regulator of vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion. This dual mechanism of action allows Amlodipine-eprosartan to produce additive or synergistic effects in lowering blood pressure.
As with any medication, it’s essential to use Exforge under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Patients taking Amlodipine-eprosartan should be aware of potential side effects such as dizziness, headache, and swelling in the feet or ankles. Regular monitoring of kidney function, serum electrolyte levels, and blood glucose may also be required for patients with pre-existing conditions.
Amlodipine-eprosartan side effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Edema (swelling)
- Muscle cramps
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Rash
- Itching
- Flushing
- Tinnitus
- Anxiety
- Insomnia
- Weakness
- Increased sweating
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