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About Metocard AM Tablet 10's

Metocard AM Tablet 10's belongs to the class of drugs known as antihypertensive, used to treat hypertension (increased blood pressure). Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a lifelong or chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery walls becomes so high that it leads to heart disease. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. Lowering blood pressure may reduce the risk of stroke and heart attacks.

Metocard AM Tablet 10's is a fixed-dose combination composed of two medicines, namely: Amlodipine and Metoprolol. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker while Metoprolol belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. Metoprolol relaxes blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body. On the other hand, Amlodipine widens and relaxes the blood vessels making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Together, it helps to lower high blood pressure, reducing the chances of heart attack or stroke. Metocard AM Tablet 10's is prescribed to adults and children more than six years of age.

Metocard AM Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Metocard AM Tablet 10's is preferable to take at the same time every day for better results. Metocard AM Tablet 10's is generally safe to consume. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, fatigue, headache, low heart rate, and breathlessness. Most of the side effects of Metocard AM Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Don't stop taking $ name without talking to your doctor first. Stopping Metocard AM Tablet 10's gradually may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will lower your dose gradually over some time to help prevent these symptoms. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine to overcome muscle weakness, dry mouth, and extreme thirst. Do not take grapefruit or grapefruit juices with Metocard AM Tablet 10's as it can increase the concentration of Metocard AM Tablet 10's and worsen its side effects.

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Non returnable*
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Online payment accepted

Manufacturer/Marketer

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of Metocard AM Tablet 10's

High blood pressure (hypertension), Heart-related chest pain (angina pectoris)

Medicinal Benefits

Metocard AM Tablet 10's is used to treat heart-related conditions like angina (chest pain) and high blood pressure. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that inhibits the entry of calcium (ions) across the heart that relaxes and widens the heart smooth muscles for better blood flow. Metoprolol plays a vital role in relaxing our blood vessels and lowering blood pressure by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body.  Besides this, Metocard AM Tablet 10's help prevent spasm of the coronary artery and reduces how hard the heart has to work to pump blood around the body, lowering its oxygen requirements. It improves an individual’s tolerance to physical activity and exercise to keep their blood pressure normal during exercise. As a result, heart rate is at maximum, and exercise does not affect the blood pressure in anyways.

Side Effects of Metocard AM Tablet 10's

  • Oedema (swelling)
  • Dizziness
  • Flushing
  • Palpitation
  • Vertigo
  • Bradycardia (slow heart rate)
  • Headache
  • Feeling exhausted
  • Swollen ankles
  • Flushing
  • Stomach upset
  • Increased levels of potassium in the blood
  • Dry mouth
  • Change in taste
  • Blurred vision
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Cold fingers or toes

Directions for Use

Metocard AM Tablet 10's can be taken orally with or without food as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with approximately a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Don't stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor first. Stopping Metocard AM Tablet 10's gradually may cause changes in your heart rhythm and blood pressure, cause chest pain, or a heart attack. Your doctor will lower your dose gradually over a period of time to help prevent these symptoms. Metocard AM Tablet 10's can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia). This medication should be used with caution if you have diabetes, particularly if you are taking insulin or other diabetes drugs that may cause low blood sugar. This medication can also induce low blood sugar in babies, children and adults who do not have diabetes. Do not take Metocard AM Tablet 10's if you have asthma or similar breathing difficulties. It could make your asthma severe.

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
MetoprololAcebutolol
Severe

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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
How does the drug interact with Metocard AM Tablet 10's:
Using Metocard AM Tablet 10's together with dantrolene may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metocard AM Tablet 10's with Dantrolene can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
MetoprololAcebutolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metocard AM Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Acebutolol with Metocard AM Tablet 10's can cause abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metocard AM Tablet 10's and Acebutolol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience blurry vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, nausea or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metocard AM Tablet 10's:
Use of Metocard AM Tablet 10's with Atazanavir may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction between Metocard AM Tablet 10's and Atazanavir, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or irregular heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololDisopyramide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metocard AM Tablet 10's:
Combine use of Metocard AM Tablet 10's with Disopyramide may increase the effectiveness of Disopyramide.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Metocard AM Tablet 10's can be taken with Disopyramide if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, palpitations, fainting, slow or fast pulse, or irregular heartbeats. Do not discontinue any medication without a doctor's advice.
MetoprololArtemether
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metocard AM Tablet 10's:
Both Metocard AM Tablet 10's and Artemether may increase the blood levels and effects of Metocard AM Tablet 10's activity.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Metocard AM Tablet 10's and Artemether together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience blurry vision, confusion, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, nausea or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololElvitegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metocard AM Tablet 10's:
Taking elvitegravir may increase the metabolism of Metocard AM Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Metocard AM Tablet 10's can be taken with Elvitegravir if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience dizziness, palpitations, fainting, slow or fast pulse, or irregular heartbeats. Do not discontinue any medications without talking to your doctor.
MetoprololAminophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metocard AM Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Aminophylline with Metocard AM Tablet 10's together can make Metocard AM Tablet 10's less effective and increase the effects of aminophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aminophylline with Metocard AM Tablet 10's may lead to an interaction, it can be taken only if a doctor has advised it. If you experience nausea, vomiting, sleeplessness, restlessness, irregular heartbeats, or difficulty in breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metocard AM Tablet 10's:
Taking ceritinib together with Metocard AM Tablet 10's can slow your heart rate and increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Metocard AM Tablet 10's and Ceritinib, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience any dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololDiltiazem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metocard AM Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Metocard AM Tablet 10's with Diltiazem can increase the side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Metocard AM Tablet 10's and Diltiazem, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetoprololSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metocard AM Tablet 10's:
Using Metocard AM Tablet 10's and Saquinavir can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possible interaction between Metocard AM Tablet 10's and Saquinavir, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, slow pulse, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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METOPROLOL-50MG+AMLODIPINE-5MGFruit juices, Fruits
Moderate

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METOPROLOL-50MG+AMLODIPINE-5MGFruit juices, Fruits
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amlodipine and Metoprolol with grapefruit and grapefruit juice significantly increases the metabolism of Amlodipine and Metoprolol. Avoid taking Amlodipine and Metoprolol with grapefruit and grapefruit juice.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ATENOLOL
  • BISOPROLOL
  • METOPROLOL
  • NEBIVOLOL
  • SOTALOL
  • LISINOPRIL
  • ENALAPRIL
  • DILTIAZEM
  • PRAZOSIN
  • THEOPHYLLINE
  • FLUOXETINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • DIGOXIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • RITONAVIR

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with BMI 19.5-24.9.
  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.
  • If you are taking alcohol then only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease. 
  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation then immediately contact your doctor.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil can help in lowering your elevated blood pressure.

Habit Forming

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Blood pressure is the measurement of the force that our heart uses to pump blood to all parts of the body. Hypertension is a chronic condition when blood pressure is too high. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor or sphygmomanometer. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure when your heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. If your blood pressure is 140/90 mm of Hg, it means the systolic pressure is 140 mm of Hg and, diastolic pressure is 90 mm of Hg. Ideal blood pressure should be between 90/60 mm of Hg and 120/80 mm of Hg.

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