Xelcard Tablet 5 mg contains Amlodipine Besilate, a long-acting calcium channel blocker used for the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension) and certain types of chest pain (angina). It helps relax and widen blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily and reducing the workload on the heart.

Amlodipine works by blocking calcium entry into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac muscle cells. This action causes relaxation of the blood vessels, which leads to a gradual reduction in blood pressure and improved oxygen supply to the heart muscle. Due to its long duration of action, Xelcard Tablet provides smooth and sustained 24-hour blood pressure control with once-daily dosing.

Xelcard Tablet is commonly used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive medicines to achieve optimal blood pressure control. It also helps reduce the risk of complications associated with long-term hypertension, such as stroke, heart attack, and kidney damage.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Composition

Each tablet contains:

• Amlodipine Besilate BP equivalent to Amlodipine 5 mg

Indications

Xelcard Tablet is indicated for:

• Essential hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Chronic stable angina
• Vasospastic (Prinzmetal’s) angina
• Prevention of cardiovascular complications related to hypertension

How It Works

Amlodipine blocks calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle, leading to vasodilation (widening of blood vessels). This reduces peripheral vascular resistance and lowers blood pressure, while also improving blood flow to the heart.

Dosage and Administration

The dosage should be taken as directed by a registered physician.

• Usual adult dose: 5 mg once daily
• Dose may be adjusted based on patient response and clinical condition
• Can be taken with or without food
• Should be taken at the same time each day for best results

Benefits of Xelcard Tablet

• Effectively lowers high blood pressure
• Provides long-lasting 24-hour control
• Reduces risk of heart attack and stroke
• Helps relieve angina symptoms
• Suitable for once-daily dosing

Precautions

Use cautiously in:

• Liver impairment
• Severe hypotension
• Heart failure patients (with medical supervision)
• Elderly patients
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding only under physician advice

Patients should avoid abrupt discontinuation without medical guidance.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Swelling of ankles or feet (edema)
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Flushing
• Fatigue
• Palpitations

These effects are usually mild and temporary.

Storage

• Store below 30°C
• Protect from light and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children.