Product Introduction:
Starpress-AM Tablet XL is a dual-action antihypertensive and anti-anginal medicine. It combines:
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Metoprolol Succinate (50 mg) – a beta-blocker that slows heart rate and reduces blood pressure.
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Amlodipine (5 mg) – a calcium channel blocker that widens blood vessels for better blood flow.
The extended-release formula ensures long-lasting control with once-daily dosing.
Uses:
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Hypertension (high blood pressure)
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Angina (chest pain)
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Prevention of heart attacks
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Adjunct in treatment of heart failure (as advised)
Benefits:
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Provides effective 24-hour blood pressure control
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Reduces risk of heart-related complications
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Improves exercise tolerance in angina patients
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Once-daily extended-release formulation for convenience
Composition (per tablet):
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Metoprolol Succinate (Extended Release) 50 mg
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Amlodipine Besylate equivalent to Amlodipine 5 mg
Side Effects:
Common:
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Dizziness
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Tiredness
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Slow heart rate
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Swelling in legs (due to amlodipine)
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Cold hands and feet
Serious (rare):
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Bradycardia (very slow heartbeat)
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Shortness of breath
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Worsening heart failure symptoms
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Allergic reactions
Safety Advice:
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Take once daily, preferably with food, at the same time each day
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Do not stop abruptly—may cause rebound hypertension or chest pain
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Monitor blood pressure and heart rate regularly
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Use cautiously in asthma, diabetes, or heart block patients
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Avoid alcohol, as it may enhance blood pressure-lowering effects
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Not recommended during pregnancy unless prescribed
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Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and sunlight
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Keep out of reach of children
