A2 5/10 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

A2 Benefits & Uses

A2 is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Angina

A2 Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Atenolol (25 mg)/tablet
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Atenolol (25- 50 mg)/tablet
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Atenolol (25 mg)/tablet

A2 Related Warnings

Is the use of A2 safe for pregnant women?

A2 can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking A2 right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of A2 safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of A2. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of A2 on the Kidneys?

A2 may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of A2 on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by A2. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart A2 only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of A2 on the Heart?

A2 may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of A2 with Other Drugs

A2 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Ampicillin

Clonidine

Moderate

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

A2 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take A2 unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about A2

Is this A2 habit forming or addictive?

A2 is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking A2, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as A2 can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

A2 is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of A2 in mental disorders is not effective.

No

A2 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and A2

Taking A2 with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and A2

Taking alcohol with A2 can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about A2

Question over 5 years ago

Does A2 cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of A2 has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take A2 with telmisatan?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, A2 can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of A2 and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

A2 comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is A2?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

A2 is a brand name of amlodipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blocker. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (high BP) and coronary artery disease. It is not recommended for heart failure. It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).

Question almost 6 years ago

How does A2 work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

A2 is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.