Azor
Developed for hypertension, utilized to alleviate high blood pressure by targeting vascular resistance and supporting improved cardiac flow.
Strengths: 20/5mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Sevikar
- Therapeutic class
Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist; Calcium Channel Blocker
- Pharmacological class
ARB; Dihydropyridine
- Contraindications
severe hepatic impairment; pregnancy; biliary obstruction
- Precautions and warnings
monitor blood pressure regularly; maintain adequate hydration
- Minor side effects
dizziness; headache
- Moderate side effects
peripheral oedema; fatigue; hypotension
- Serious side effects
angioedema — requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Daiichi Sankyo
- Onset Time
1–2 weeks
- Duration
24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
potassium-sparing diuretics; lithium
- Age restrictions
Not recommended in children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Must not be used during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Patient summary
Developed for hypertension, utilized to alleviate high blood pressure by targeting vascular resistance and supporting improved cardiac flow.
Mechanism of action
This combination contains an angiotensin II receptor antagonist and a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels and inhibiting calcium influx into vascular smooth muscle, which helps effectively reduce blood pressure.
Azor
Developed for hypertension, utilized to alleviate high blood pressure by targeting vascular resistance and supporting improved cardiac flow.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Olmesartan, Amlodipine
- Listed indication(s): Hypertension
Available option
- 60 tablets - 20/5 mg1532-20-5-mg-17915