Amlo L (5+5) Tablet | Price, Usage, Dosage, Composition, and Brand Substitutes - Fixed-Dose Combination (FDC) Drug
Amlo L (5+5) Tablet
Amlo L (5+5) is a Fixed-Dose Combination (FDC) Drug Brand being manufactured and marketed by Cardiovascular (Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.). This medicine is combination of more than one active ingredient or substance within a single pharmaceutical form type. The main active ingredients or salts in this drug are Lisinopril, Amlodipine Besilate. This drug comes in the form of Tablet. The general packing available for this medicine consists of 10 Tablet and is priced at Rs 51 (arround $0.714 US Dollar)| Generic (Salt) Combination : | (Lisinopril+ Amlodipine Besilate) |
| Pharma Company : | Cardiovascular (Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.) |
| Brand Label : | Amlo L (5+5) |
| Preparation Type : | Tablet |
| Single Dose : | 1 Tablet |
| Composition (Fixed-Dose Combination) : |
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| Pack Size/Qty/Vol : | 10 Tablet |
| Price Unit : | Rs 5.1 INR (arround $0.0714 US Dollar) |
| Price Pack : | Rs 51 INR (arround $0.714 US Dollar) |
Drug details for Amlo L (5+5)
Usage: Why is this medication prescribed?
The main active ingredients or salts in Amlo L (5+5) are :
Lisinopril
Indication (Prescribed for or used as): Lisinopril is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. It is used in combination with other medications to treat heart failure. Lisinopril is also used to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril is in a class of medications called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It works by decreasing certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.High blood pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the brain, heart, blood vessels, kidneys, and other parts of the body. Damage to these organs may cause heart disease, a heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, loss of vision, and other problems. In addition to taking medication, making lifestyle changes will also help to control your blood pressure. These changes include eating a diet that is low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising at least 30 minutes most days, not smoking, and using alcohol in moderation.
For more details on Lisinopril, its Indication, Prescription, Usage, Dosage, Precaution, Side Effects etc, please check : Lisinopril..
Amlodipine BesilateIndication (Prescribed for or used as):
For more details on Amlodipine Besilate, its Indication, Prescription, Usage, Dosage, Precaution, Side Effects etc, please check : Amlodipine Besilate..
Amlo L (5+5) Drug Brands Substitutes with similar Fixed-Dose Combination (FDC) :
There are 4 Fixed-Dose Combination (FDC) Drug Brands listed here as Substitutes for Amlo L (5+5), which have same Fixed-Dose Combination of active substances or ingredients (i.e. Lisinopril-5 mg Amlodipine Besilate-5 mg).Please note that one can request a doctor or pharmacist to substitute a FDC Brand Version of the prescribed FDC drug brand, if any. Fixed-Dose Combination Drugs are being increasingly used due to the benefit of the combined effects of active ingredients given together. However, it is necessary to investigate the possible benefits in the clinical situation against possible disadvantages for each fixed combination drug and for each dose of the fixed combination drug. Potential advantages of fixed combination drugs may also include the counteracting by one ingredient of an adverse reaction produced by another one, and simplification of therapy, leading to improved compliance.
| Brand | Price (Rs.) | Brand | Price (Rs.) |
| Amlace (5+5) | 69 | Amlopres L (5+5) | 62.7 |
| Amloz L (5+5) | 55.83 | Prelo LP (5+5) | 49 |