Combicard Tablet 5 mg + 50 mg is a combination cardiovascular medication that contains Amlodipine and Atenolol. This dual-therapy formulation is widely used for the management of hypertension (high blood pressure) and certain heart-related conditions.

By combining two different classes of antihypertensive agents, Combicard provides enhanced blood pressure control and improves overall cardiovascular health. It is particularly useful for patients who do not achieve adequate control with a single medication.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Composition

Each tablet contains:

• Amlodipine Besilate 5 mg
• Atenolol 50 mg

The tablet is intended for oral administration.

Mechanism of Action

Combicard Tablet works through complementary mechanisms:

• Amlodipine:
  • Blocks calcium channels in blood vessel walls
  • Causes vasodilation (widening of blood vessels)
  • Reduces peripheral resistance and lowers blood pressure
• Atenolol:
  • Blocks beta-adrenergic receptors in the heart
  • Reduces heart rate and cardiac output
  • Lowers blood pressure and decreases heart workload

Together, these actions provide a synergistic effect, improving blood pressure control and reducing cardiac strain.

Indications

Combicard Tablet is indicated for:

• Hypertension
• Angina Pectoris

It may also be used in patients with increased cardiovascular risk requiring combination therapy.

Dosage and Administration

• Usually taken once daily or as prescribed
• Can be taken with or without food
• Swallow whole with a glass of water
• Take at the same time each day for consistent results

Dosage adjustments should be made by a healthcare professional based on individual response.

Benefits

Combicard Tablet offers several benefits:

• Effective blood pressure control
• Reduces heart rate and cardiac workload
• Helps prevent angina attacks
• Combines two drugs for better patient compliance
• Well-established safety and efficacy

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects include:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Fatigue
• Slow heart rate (bradycardia)
• Swelling of ankles (edema)

Less common but serious side effects:

• Low blood pressure (hypotension)
• Breathing difficulty (especially in asthma patients)
• Worsening heart failure (rare)

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Precautions

• Use cautiously in patients with asthma or chronic lung disease
• Avoid abrupt discontinuation, especially of atenolol
• Monitor heart rate and blood pressure regularly
• Use cautiously in patients with diabetes, liver, or kidney disease
• Inform your doctor about all other medications

Storage

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