Perindopril + Amlodipine: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Perindopril + Amlodipine is a two-in-one blood pressure medicine. It is a prescription medicine used for high blood pressure and stable coronary disease. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, made by 2 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Perindopril + Amlodipine works
Perindopril is an ACE inhibitor that reduces angiotensin II, a hormone that narrows blood vessels. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes the muscle in artery walls. Working in two different ways, the pair widen the blood vessels more effectively, lowering blood pressure and easing the workload of the heart.
What is Perindopril + Amlodipine used for?
- High blood pressure and stable coronary disease
Perindopril + Amlodipine is used to treat high blood pressure and stable coronary artery disease in adults whose condition is already controlled by perindopril and amlodipine taken separately. Combining both medicines in one tablet means fewer tablets to take. By keeping blood pressure under control, it helps lower the long-term risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney damage.
Side effects of Perindopril + Amlodipine
Some people get side effects from Perindopril + Amlodipine, although many have none. The more common include:
- Ankle or leg swelling
- Dry cough
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Flushing
- Tiredness
Get emergency help for swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat or difficulty breathing. See a doctor promptly for chest pain, fainting or a very fast or irregular heartbeat.
Precautions and warnings
- Do not take Perindopril + Amlodipine during pregnancy; speak to your doctor straight away if you become pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, heart failure, narrowing of the heart valves, or a history of angioedema.
- Avoid potassium supplements and potassium-containing salt substitutes unless advised, and mention medicines such as diuretics, lithium, NSAIDs and some antifungals or antibiotics.
- Stand up slowly, especially in the first weeks, and avoid driving if you feel dizzy.
- Keep taking it regularly even when you feel well, and attend blood tests to check kidney function and potassium.
Frequently asked questions about Perindopril + Amlodipine
What is the price of Perindopril + Amlodipine in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Perindopril + Amlodipine products currently in stock range from Rs 429 to Rs 845 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Amper 10/4mg Tablet at Rs 429. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Perindopril + Amlodipine are available in Pakistan?
Perindopril + Amlodipine is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Coversam (Servier Research & Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd) and Amper (Next Pharmaceutical).Do I need a prescription for Perindopril + Amlodipine?
Yes. Perindopril + Amlodipine is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Perindopril + Amlodipine be used during pregnancy?
Do not take Perindopril + Amlodipine during pregnancy; speak to your doctor straight away if you become pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.
Are all Perindopril + Amlodipine brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Perindopril + Amlodipine in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Perindopril + Amlodipine brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 5 products containing Perindopril + Amlodipine from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
