Description

💊 Austro Lab Austel-AM Tablet

Composition: Amlodipine (5 mg) + Atenolol (50 mg)
This tablet contains two medicines used to control high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent heart-related problems.

🧾 What is it used for?

Austel-AM is used to treat:

• High blood pressure

• Chest pain (angina)

• Prevent future heart attacks or strokes

• Reduce workload on the heart

It helps your blood vessels relax and slows down the heart rate to improve blood flow.

⚠️ Common Side Effects

Most side effects are mild and go away on their own. They include:

• Tiredness or fatigue

• Dizziness or feeling lightheaded

• Headache

• Cold hands and feet

• Slow heartbeat

• Swelling in ankles or feet

• Stomach pain or constipation

🚨 Serious Side Effects (Rare but Need Medical Attention)

• Very slow heartbeat

• Chest pain or breathing trouble

• Swelling of the face/lips (allergic reaction)

• Fainting

• Sudden weight gain or swelling (sign of fluid retention)

🔄 Drug & Food Interactions

• Avoid alcohol – can increase dizziness

• Grapefruit juice – may affect the action of amlodipine

• Other BP or heart medicines – may enhance effect or side effects

• Diabetic medicines – atenolol may hide signs of low blood sugar

• NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) – can reduce effectiveness

👥 Cautionary Groups

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women – use only if doctor approves

• People with asthma or breathing problems – atenolol may worsen symptoms

• Diabetics – check blood sugar often

• People with kidney or liver problems – dose adjustment may be needed

• Elderly – may be more sensitive to side effects

✅ Tips for Safe Use

1. Take it at the same time every day, with or without food

2. Don’t skip doses or stop suddenly – may increase heart risk

3. Get up slowly from sitting or lying to avoid dizziness

4. Check blood pressure regularly

5. Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration

📌 When to See a Doctor Immediately

• Difficulty in breathing

• Fainting or feeling very weak

• Swollen face, tongue, or throat

• Irregular heartbeat

• Very low blood pressure

🧠 Summary Table