Aprovasc 150/5 Tablets

Aprovasc 150/5 Tablets (Amlodipine 5 mg + Irbesartan 150 mg) – Uses, Dosage & Benefits Aprovasc Tablets contain a combination of amlodipine and irbesartan, used for the management of hypertension (high blood pressure) in patients requiring combination therapy. This medicine is commonly used for: Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension) Patients not adequately controlled on single-agent therapy Reduction of cardiovascular risk associated with hypertension Improvement of blood pressure control through dual-action therapy It works by combining two mechanisms: amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker, relaxes blood vessels, while irbesartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB), prevents blood vessel constriction, resulting in lowered blood pressure. Composition Each film-coated tablet contains: Amlodipine (as amlodipine besilate equivalent to amlodipine 5 mg) – 5 mg Irbesartan – 150 mg Dosage and Administration Route of Administration: Oral Take as prescribed by a healthcare professional, usually once daily. The tablet should be swallowed whole with water and can be taken with or without food. Key Benefits Effective dual-action blood pressure control Helps reduce risk of cardiovascular complications Convenient once-daily dosing Important Information This is a Prescription-Only Medicine (POM). May cause side effects such as dizziness, headache, or swelling of ankles. Monitor blood pressure regularly during treatment. Use only under medical supervision, especially in patients with kidney or liver conditions. Product Description Aprovasc Tablets are white, oval-shaped film-coated tablets containing amlodipine 5 mg and irbesartan 150 mg, supplied in packs of 4 x 7 tablets in PVC/PE/PVDC/Aluminium blisters, with ‘150/5’ debossed on one side.