In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Affobis AM 5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also blocks the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. As a result, your blood pressure is lowered and this helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.
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. Affobis AM 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Affobis AM 5 Tablet | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Affobis AM 5 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Affobis AM 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Affobis AM 5 Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Affobis AM 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.Regular blood pressure monitoring is advisable for dose adjustment. | - Liver : CAUTION
Affobis AM 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.Affobis AM 5 Tablet is started at a lower dose in these patients and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.
If you miss a dose of Affobis AM 5 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.
Can I feel dizzy after taking Affobis AM 5 Tablet?::: Yes, the use of Affobis AM 5 Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly rise from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.| Can I stop taking Affobis AM 5 Tablet if I feel well?::: No, keep using Affobis AM 5 Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Affobis AM 5 Tablet suddenly may lead to serious complications such as a heart attack and stroke.| What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Affobis AM 5 Tablet?::: Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, or other people.| What are the contraindications associated with the use of Affobis AM 5 Tablet?::: Affobis AM 5 Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients who are allergic to amlodipine, bisoprolol, or any of its ingredients. It should be avoided in patients with a history of asthma or lung disease. Inform your doctor about your medical history and the medicines you might be taking.| Can the use of Affobis AM 5 Tablet cause headache?::: Yes, the use of Affobis AM 5 Tablet can cause headaches at the beginning of the treatment. Headaches usually go away after the first week of treatment. Contact your doctor if the headaches are frequent and do not go away.
Affobis AM 5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines, amlodipine and bisoprolol, which lower blood pressure effectively. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that works by relaxing blood vessels, while bisoprolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart to slow down the heart rate.