AMLOSALT MT 50

Amlosalt MT 50 is used to treat increased blood pressure, which is a lifelong or chronic condition in which blood flow against the artery walls leads to heart disease. If it continues for a long time heart and arteries may not function well and damage the blood vessels of the brain and heart. So while taking this medication is useful for lowering blood pressure, it reduces the risk of stroke and heart attacks.

The two main components of Amlosalt MT 50 are:

• Metoprolol Tartrate 50 mg
• Amlodipine 5 mg

This combination of medications acts as a channel blocker and also belongs to beta-blockers. It relaxes the blood vessels by blocking the action in your body. It makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

Uses of Amlosalt MT 50

• It is used for the treatment of high blood pressure
• It controls and prevents serious complications such as heart attacks and stroke.
• Provide relief from the chest pain
• Improve blood flow to vessels and relax veins
• Control irregular heartbeats

Benefits

• It improves oxygen delivery to the heart
• It relaxes stress hormones, which help in lowering blood pressure
• Improve overall heart health
• Lowering the risk of angina

How to use this medicine

You can take this medicine with food or without as prescribed by your doctor, just make sure to swallow it whole without breaking or crushing it.

Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Flushing
• Headache
• Feeling Exhausted
• Swollen ankles
• Flushing
• Stomach Upset
• Increase potassium in the blood
• Dry mouth
• Change in taste
• Blurred vision
• Breathing difficulty
• Cold fingers and toes

Interactions

Interaction with Diseases

• Alert for diabetes patients
• If you had a stroke or heart problem, a certain dose should be prescribed by a doctor
• If you are taking any herbal supplement, make sure to confirm with your healthcare provider

Interaction with Drugs

• Atenolol
• Bisoprolol
• Metoprolol
• Sotalol
• Lisinopril
• Nebivolol
• Enalapril
• Prazosin
• Fluoxetine
• Digoxin
• Itraconazole
• Ketoconazole
• Ritonavir

Interaction with beverages and food

• Limit your intake of sodium
• Avoid alcohol

Habit Forming

No

Lifestyle

• Always maintain a healthy body weight to maintain your blood pressure and heart-related diseases
• Exercise is important daily for lowering blood pressure
• Limit sodium
• Quitting smoking is a good reason to save your heart and from stroke
• Manage stress and start meditating or doing yoga

FAQs

1. Is it good to eat bananas while taking Amlosalt MT 50?

You should limit your consumption of bananas because they contain high potassium, so you should consult your healthcare professional before taking them.

2. While taking Amlosalt MT 50 affect my fertility?

There is no such evidence to say that it will affect in fertility of men or women.

3. If my blood pressure is under control, should I stop taking Amlosalt MT 50?

You should always inform your doctor, even if your blood pressure is normal; they will tell you to stop this medicine or not.

4. How long does Amlosalt MT 50 take to work?

It usually starts working in 2 hours, but it takes a week to reach full effectiveness.