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S Max 5mg Tablet

S-Amlodipine (5mg)

₹59.50 ₹70.0015% Off


Product Code: 419842
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Indospectrum Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Constituents

S-Amlodipine (5mg)

Usage of S Max 5mg Tablet

  • Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
  • Prevention of Heart attack
  • Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • Prevention of Stroke

Description of S Max 5mg Tablet

S Max 5mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. You can take it at any time of day, with or without food, 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.The most common side effects include fatigue, swelling in the feet or ankles, sleepiness, dizziness, flushing, and headache. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or won't go away.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. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.

Possible Side-effects

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 themCommon side effects of S Max

  • Ankle swelling
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Headache
  • Palpitations
  • Abdominal pain
  • Muscle cramp
  • Nausea
  • Sleepiness
  • Visual disturbance
  • Dyspepsia
  • Breathlessness
  • Change in bowel habits

Unit

10 tablets

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How to use S Max 5mg 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. S Max 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

S Max 5mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. In high blood pressure, it normalizes the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the pressure on them, thereby improving the blood flow in the body. The enhanced blood flow in the body further relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart. It also improves the oxygen flow in the body, thereby, preventing any heart-related chest pain.

Related Warnings

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with S Max 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

S Max 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Information regarding the use of S Max 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

S Max 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

S Max 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of S Max 5mg Tablet is recommended.

S Max 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of S Max 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
  • A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking S Max 5mg Tablet. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how S Max 5mg Tablet affects you. 
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • How long does it take for S Max 5mg Tablet to work?

    S Max 5mg Tablet starts working on the day it is taken. However, it may take weeks to see the full effect. You should continue taking the medicine even if you feel better or if you do not notice any considerable difference. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns or you feel worse after taking the medicine.

  • Does S Max 5mg Tablet cause itching?

    S Max 5mg Tablet may cause itching in some patients, though it is an uncommon side effect. However, if you experience severe itching contact your doctor.

  • Is S Max 5mg Tablet bad for the kidneys?

    No, there is no evidence that S Max 5mg Tablet causes deterioration of kidney problems. S Max 5mg Tablet can be used in normal doses in patients with kidney problems. In fact, its blood pressure-lowering effect helps to prevent injury to the kidneys due to hypertension.

  • Should I take S Max 5mg Tablet in the morning or at night?

    S Max 5mg Tablet can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, usually prescribed once daily. Take the medicine as advised by the doctor. It is advised to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.

  • How long do I need to take S Max 5mg Tablet?

    You should keep on taking S Max 5mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel well or your blood pressure is well controlled. If you stop taking S Max 5mg Tablet, your blood pressure may increase again and your condition may worsen.

  • Is S Max 5mg Tablet a beta-blocker?

    No, S Max 5mg Tablet is not a beta-blocker. It belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can easily flow through the blood vessels.

  • What are the serious side effects of S Max 5mg Tablet?

    S Max 5mg Tablet may cause some serious side effects such as liver problems (yellowing of skin, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite), pancreatitis (severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting), and recurrent chest pain which may be indicative of a heart attack. However, these side effects are rarely seen. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medicine to you because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of any potential side effects. Follow your doctor's advice.

  • What should I avoid while taking S Max 5mg Tablet?

    Consult your doctor first before starting any new prescription or non-prescription medicines or supplements. Take low sodium and low-fat diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor. Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking S Max 5mg Tablet. Stop smoking and taking alcohol as this helps to lower your blood pressure and prevents heart problems.

  • I have developed swelling over my ankles after using S Max 5mg Tablet. What should I do?

    S Max 5mg Tablet can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce swelling raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.

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