Dovas 5mg Tablet (Amlodipine Besilate) x28

Dovas 5mg Tablet contains Amlodipine Besilate, a calcium channel blocker that effectively treats high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). This medication relaxes blood vessels, improving blood flow and reducing cardiac workload.

Uses

Dovas 5mg Tablet treats hypertension (high blood pressure) and chronic stable angina. It helps prevent heart attacks, strokes, and kidney problems by maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. Dovas is also used for coronary artery disease management in patients with chest pain.

Benefits

• Effectively lowers blood pressure
• Reduces frequency and severity of angina attacks
• Improves exercise tolerance in heart patients
• Decreases risk of heart attack and stroke
• Protects kidney function from hypertension damage
• Provides 24-hour blood pressure control
• Well-tolerated with once-daily dosing
• Suitable for long-term cardiovascular management
• Helps maintain healthy blood vessel function

How It Works

Dovas 5mg blocks calcium channels in blood vessel walls and heart muscle, preventing calcium entry into cells. This action relaxes and widens blood vessels, reducing blood pressure and improving blood flow. The medication also reduces heart muscle oxygen demand, relieving angina symptoms.

Dosage

Take Dovas at the same time each day with or without food. Swallow whole with water. Do not crush or chew.

Duration of Action

Dovas 5mg begins working within 1-2 hours of administration. Peak effects occur at 6-12 hours after dosing. The medication provides 24-hour blood pressure control with once-daily dosing. Full therapeutic benefits for blood pressure may take 2-4 weeks to develop.

Side Effects

Common side effects include ankle swelling, dizziness, flushing, and fatigue. Some patients experience headache, palpitations, or nausea. Rare but serious effects include severe hypotension, allergic reactions, or gum overgrowth. Most side effects are mild and improve with continued use.

Warning

Do not stop taking Dovas suddenly as this may worsen chest pain or cause blood pressure rebound. Use caution when standing up quickly to avoid dizziness. Dovas may cause severe hypotension in some patients. Seek immediate medical attention for chest pain, difficulty breathing, or fainting.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Dovas should be avoided during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary, as it may harm the developing fetus. Limited data exists on breastfeeding safety. Consult healthcare provider about safer alternatives during pregnancy and breastfeeding periods.

Interaction

• May cause excessive blood pressure reduction with other antihypertensives
• Possible interaction with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increasing drug levels
• May reduce effectiveness of certain beta-blockers
• Potential increased risk of hypotension with alcohol
• Possible interaction with simvastatin increasing statin levels
• May alter effectiveness of some immunosuppressants

Precaution

Use with caution in patients with liver impairment, heart failure, or aortic stenosis. Monitor blood pressure regularly during treatment. Elderly patients may require lower doses. Avoid grapefruit juice which can increase drug concentration. Inform dentist about Dovas use before dental procedures.

Important Information

Dovas is a prescription medication requiring regular monitoring. Do not alter dosage without medical supervision. Continue taking even if feeling well, as hypertension often has no symptoms. Maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and avoid smoking. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep regular appointments for blood pressure monitoring.