Axcel Amlodipine 10mg Tablet

Axcel Amlodipine 10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that falls under the calcium channel blocker drug class, and its active ingredient is amlodipine. While commonly used under medical guidance, this tablet may cause side effects such as swelling in the ankles or feet, dizziness, flushing, or fatigue. If you’re just starting on this tablet, you might want to take extra care when standing up quickly or during hot weather, so your body adjusts comfortably. Always follow your doctor’s advice and don’ be alarmed—these side effects are common and often mild.

Take Axcel Amlodipine 10mg Tablet once daily at the same time each day, with or without food, and swallow it whole with a glass of water.

The usual dosage varies between 5mg to 10mg once a day, depending on individual needs and doctor’s advice.

The shelf life of Axcel Amlodipine 10mg Tablet is 3 years from the date of manufacture. Always check the expiry date on the packaging before use.

Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C. Keep away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

Do not use if you have a known allergy to amlodipine or any ingredients in the formulation. Contraindicated in patients with severe low blood pressure, cardiogenic shock, or certain heart conditions such as aortic stenosis or recent heart attack with heart failure.

Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice while on this medication as it may increase the concentration of the drug in your body. Inform your doctor if you are taking other medications including beta blockers, antifungals like itraconazole, or antibiotics such as clarithromycin. Alcohol can enhance the blood pressure-lowering effect and should be consumed cautiously.

• Take at the same time every day for better compliance
• It can be taken with or without food
• Avoid alcohol and grapefruit juice
• Don’ stop the tablet suddenly without consulting your doctor
• Monitor your blood pressure regularly while on this medication
• Inform your doctor if you feel excessively dizzy or experience swelling