Product introduction
Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). This is a combination of two medicines that controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure and thus reduces the chances of future heart attack and stroke.
You can take Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet at any time of day, on empty stomach, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.
It may cause side effects like ankle swelling, headache, cough, weakness, shortness of breath, and tiredness. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This might raise the level of potassium in the blood, hence avoid potassium rich food or supplements. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes level while on the treatment.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.
Uses of Coversyl-AM Tablet
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Benefits of Coversyl-AM Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
Side effects of Coversyl-AM Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Coversyl-AM
- Ankle swelling
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Palpitations
- Increased potassium level in blood
- Sleepiness
- Cough
- Taste change
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Decreased blood pressure
- Upset stomach
- Erectile dysfunction
- Eczema
How to use Coversyl-AM Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.
How Coversyl-AM Tablet works
Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: amlodipine and perindopril erbumine. This combination helps lower high blood pressure through complementary actions. Amlodipine, which is a calcium channel blocker, relaxes and widens blood vessels to improve blood flow. Perindopril erbumine, which is an ACE inhibitor, reduces the production of angiotensin II, a substance that narrows blood vessels. Together, they decrease vascular resistance, lower blood pressure, and reduce the workload on the heart.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet usually does not affect alertness but dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure may occur in some patients. This may affect your driving ability.
Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet usually does not affect alertness but dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure may occur in some patients. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided.
Caution should be advised in patients with renal impairment.
Caution should be advised in patients with renal impairment.
Liver
UNSAFE
Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
What if you forget to take Coversyl-AM Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Coversyl-AM 8/10 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
| Weight | 11 g |
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