# Amlodipine 5mg + Atenolol 50mg Tablets

**Group:** Cardiovascular  ·  **Pack:** 10's  ·  **MRP:** ₹9.00  ·  **Status:** Available  ·  **Drug code:** 1019

> It is general information generated by AI, not medical advice, and may be incomplete or wrong. Always verify with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before acting, and confirm the dose and form.

## India standard (CDSCO / Jan Aushadhi context)

### Overview

This is a fixed combination of two blood pressure medicines, amlodipine (a calcium channel blocker) and atenolol (a beta blocker), used to control high blood pressure when a single medicine is not enough. In India it is prescription-only and available as a low-cost generic through Jan Aushadhi stores.

### Recommendations

- Use only when a doctor has decided you need two medicines combined.
- Take it at about the same time each day for steady control.
- Continue even when you feel well, as high blood pressure often has no symptoms.
- Get your blood pressure and heart rate checked at regular visits.
- Pair it with a healthy diet and reduced salt as your doctor advises.

### Do's

- Take it consistently every day as prescribed.
- Stand up slowly if you feel dizzy after a dose.
- Report swelling of the ankles, very slow pulse, or breathlessness.

### Don'ts

- Do not stop suddenly, as this can cause your pressure or heart rate to rebound.
- Do not skip doses or double up to make up for a missed one.
- Do not add other blood pressure or herbal remedies without advice.

### Others

Not suitable for people with asthma, certain slow-heartbeat conditions, or some heart failure, and should be used with care in diabetes; seek prompt help for fainting, severe breathlessness, or a very slow heartbeat.

## Europe standard (EMA / typical EU practice)

### Overview

This medicine combines amlodipine and atenolol, two established blood pressure agents, in one tablet for patients whose hypertension needs more than one drug. It is a prescription-only medicine in Europe.

### Recommendations

- Use when a clinician confirms a combination is appropriate for you.
- Take at a consistent time daily to keep blood pressure steady.
- Keep taking it long term even without symptoms.
- Have blood pressure and pulse reviewed periodically.
- Combine with lifestyle measures such as lower salt intake and activity.

### Do's

- Take it regularly as directed by your prescriber.
- Rise slowly from sitting or lying to reduce dizziness.
- Report ankle swelling, a very slow pulse, or new breathlessness.

### Don'ts

- Do not stop the beta blocker component abruptly.
- Do not miss doses or take extra to catch up.
- Do not add other antihypertensives without medical advice.

### Others

Beta blockers like atenolol are avoided in asthma and certain heart rhythm or heart failure conditions, and combinations are often individualised in European guidelines; seek urgent care for fainting, severe shortness of breath, or a markedly slow heartbeat.

## USA standard (FDA / typical US practice)

### Overview

This tablet combines amlodipine and atenolol to lower high blood pressure in people who need two medicines together. It is available only by prescription in the US.

### Recommendations

- Use only when your provider prescribes a combination product.
- Take it at the same time each day for consistent control.
- Keep taking it even if you feel fine, since hypertension is often silent.
- Have your blood pressure and heart rate monitored at follow-ups.
- Support it with diet, exercise, and reduced salt as advised.

### Do's

- Take it daily exactly as prescribed.
- Get up slowly if you feel lightheaded.
- Report swelling, a slow pulse, or trouble breathing to your provider.

### Don'ts

- Do not stop the medicine suddenly without medical guidance.
- Do not skip or double doses.
- Do not start other blood pressure drugs or supplements without checking.

### Others

Beta blockers are generally avoided in asthma and certain slow-heart-rhythm or heart failure conditions and used cautiously in diabetes; seek emergency care for fainting, severe breathlessness, or a very slow heartbeat.

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AI summaries by Claude Opus 4.8, updated 2026-06-15. Catalogue source: Jan Aushadhi Product Portfolio (PMBI).

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