Product introduction
Amlopres AT Tablet is a fixed-dose combination medicine prescribed for high blood pressure and angina. It pairs amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker, with a full-strength dose of atenolol, a beta blocker, giving it a stronger heart-rate-lowering effect than the lower-strength Amlopres AT 25 version. It is meant for patients whose blood pressure or angina symptoms need more pronounced beta-blocker action. This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription and is manufactured by Cipla Ltd.
Storage: Store below 25°C
Uses of Amlopres AT Tablet
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Benefits of Amlopres AT Tablet
This combination provides two complementary actions in a single tablet, helping to control blood pressure more consistently than either drug used on its own. Because it contains a higher dose of atenolol, it can offer stronger control of heart rate and reduced cardiac workload, which is useful for patients with more pronounced angina symptoms. Using one combined tablet rather than two separate medicines also supports better adherence to daily treatment.
Side effects of Amlopres AT Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Headache
- Constipation
- Tiredness
- Cold hands and feet
- Slow heart rate
- Dizziness
How to use Amlopres AT Tablet
Take this tablet as directed by the doctor, usually once daily at a fixed time, with or without food, and swallow it whole with water. It should not be crushed or chewed unless a doctor advises otherwise. Because it contains a higher dose of atenolol, doses should not be missed or doubled up, and the medicine should never be stopped abruptly without medical advice.
How Amlopres AT Tablet works
Amlodipine relaxes blood vessel walls by blocking calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle, reducing the resistance against which the heart pumps blood. Atenolol blocks beta-1 receptors in the heart, slowing the heart rate and reducing the force of contraction, which lowers blood pressure and eases the heart's oxygen demand. The higher atenolol content in this version gives a more pronounced heart-rate-lowering effect compared with the 25mg strength, which can be helpful for patients needing tighter control of angina symptoms.
Substitutes for Amlopres AT Tablet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
Alcohol can intensify the blood-pressure-lowering and dizziness effects of this medicine, so intake should be limited or avoided.
This medicine is not routinely recommended in pregnancy and should be used only if a doctor judges the benefit clearly outweighs the risk.
Both components can pass into breast milk in small amounts, so a doctor should evaluate the infant's risk before this medicine is used during breastfeeding.
Because it can cause dizziness or fatigue, caution is advised before driving or using machinery, particularly when starting treatment.
Dose adjustment and monitoring are usually needed in people with reduced kidney function, since atenolol is eliminated mainly through the kidneys.
Patients with significant liver disease should be monitored closely, as amlodipine metabolism depends on liver function.
Quick tips
- Take the tablet at the same time each day for consistent blood pressure and heart-rate control.
- Never discontinue this medicine suddenly; dose changes should be tapered under a doctor's supervision.
- Get your pulse and blood pressure checked periodically, since the higher atenolol dose can slow heart rate more.
- Watch for signs of an unusually slow pulse, extreme tiredness, or fainting and report these to your doctor promptly.
- Keep up with a low-salt diet and regular activity as advised, alongside taking the medicine regularly.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker combined with a cardioselective beta blocker |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Cardiac |
| Action class | Beta Blockers combined with Calcium Antagonists |
Frequently asked questions
What is Amlopres AT Tablet prescribed for?
It is prescribed to control high blood pressure and to reduce episodes of angina, a type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle.
How does this differ from Amlopres AT 25 Tablet?
Both contain amlodipine 5mg, but this tablet has 50mg of atenolol compared to 25mg in the Amlopres AT 25 version, giving it a stronger heart-rate-lowering and blood-pressure-lowering effect.
Can I switch between Amlopres AT and Amlopres AT 25 on my own?
No, switching strengths should only be done on a doctor's advice, since changing the atenolol dose without supervision can affect heart rate and blood pressure control.
Is it safe to stop this medicine suddenly?
No, stopping abruptly can cause a rebound rise in blood pressure or heart rate and, in some patients, chest pain; any discontinuation should be tapered gradually under medical guidance.
Will this medicine make my heart rate very slow?
It is designed to reduce heart rate as part of its blood-pressure-lowering effect, but an unusually slow pulse, dizziness, or fainting should be reported to your doctor promptly.