Product introduction
Nebicard AM is a two-in-one blood pressure tablet that pairs nebivolol, a beta blocker, with amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker. Doctors usually prescribe it when one medicine alone has not brought blood pressure into the target range.
Storage: Store below 30°C, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Uses of Nebicard AM 5mg/5mg Tablet
- High blood pressure (hypertension).
Benefits of Nebicard AM 5mg/5mg Tablet
By combining two different mechanisms in a single tablet, it helps bring blood pressure down more steadily than either component alone. Keeping pressure under control over the long term lowers the strain on the heart and blood vessels and reduces the chance of stroke and heart problems. A single tablet can also be easier to remember than two separate ones.
Side effects of Nebicard AM 5mg/5mg Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Headache.
- Dizziness.
- Diarrhoea.
- Breathlessness.
- Swelling of the feet or ankles.
- Tiredness.
- Nausea.
- Constipation.
- Tingling or pins and needles.
How to use Nebicard AM 5mg/5mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with water, once a day, at about the same time every day. It can be taken with or without food. Continue taking it even when you feel well, because high blood pressure often causes no symptoms. Your doctor will choose the dose and tell you how long to continue; do not stop it suddenly on your own.
How Nebicard AM 5mg/5mg Tablet works
Nebivolol slows the heart rate and eases the force of each heartbeat, so the heart works less hard. Amlodipine relaxes the muscle in the walls of blood vessels so they widen and blood flows with less resistance. Together the two actions lower blood pressure.
Substitutes for Nebicard AM 5mg/5mg Tablet
These medicines have the same composition (Nebivolol (5mg) + Amlodipine (5mg)) and can generally be used as alternatives. Always confirm with your doctor or our pharmacist before switching.
Safety advice
Avoid alcohol, as it can lower blood pressure further and increase dizziness.
Not recommended in pregnancy; animal studies suggest a risk to the baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
The medicine may pass into breast milk and could affect the baby. Discuss alternatives with your doctor.
It may cause dizziness and reduce alertness, so avoid driving until you know how it affects you.
Use with care in kidney disease; your doctor may need to adjust the dose.
Generally avoided in liver disease; talk to your doctor before use.
Quick tips
- Take it at the same time each day so the effect stays even.
- Do not stop the tablet abruptly, as this may cause a rebound rise in blood pressure or heart rate.
- Get up slowly from a sitting or lying position if you feel light-headed.
- Report ankle swelling, a very slow pulse or marked breathlessness to your doctor.
- Check your blood pressure regularly and carry the readings to your follow-up visits.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Cardiac |
| Action class | Beta Blockers Combined With Calcium Antagonists |
Frequently asked questions
What is Nebicard AM used for?
It is used to treat high blood pressure, especially when a single medicine has not controlled it well enough.
Can I stop taking it once my blood pressure is normal?
No. Normal readings usually mean the medicine is working. Stopping suddenly can cause blood pressure to rise again, so only stop on your doctor's advice.
Does it cause swelling in the feet?
Ankle or foot swelling is a known effect of amlodipine and can occur in some people. Let your doctor know if it bothers you.
Should I take it in the morning or at night?
Either is fine as long as you take it at the same time every day, unless your doctor has told you otherwise.