Amturnide Drug Information

Amturnide® (
 aliskiren-amlodipine-hydrochlorothiazide) is a medicine prescribed to treat high blood pressure in adults. This combination product contains three different drugs and works by relaxing the blood vessels, reducing blood volume, and improving blood flow. It comes as a tablet. Although your dosage will depend on various factors, this medicine is typically taken once daily.
 
In most cases, people tolerate this drug well. However, side effects may occur and can include dizziness, headaches, and swelling. Fortunately, most reactions tend to be mild and easily treated.
 
Before starting treatment with Amturnide, make sure to review the drug's safety information with your healthcare provider. For example, you may not be able to use this medicine if you have certain allergies, diabetes, or heart disease. Also, Amturnide may react with certain other medications.
 
(For more information on this drug, click Amturnide. This article offers a complete overview on this product, including how it works, details on its safety and effectiveness, and dosing guidelines.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD