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Sofvasc Tablet: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Sofvasc Tablet (Amlodipine Besylate) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

Prescription

Form

TABLET

Strength

5mg, 10mg

Manufacturer

Wilson's Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd.

Estimated price

Price not listed

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What is Sofvasc Tablet used for?

  • High blood pressure (hypertension) (BP high hona)
  • Chest pain (angina) (seene ka dard)
  • Coronary artery disease (heart mein darr)
Read full Uses guide →

Common side effects

  • Most people tolerate Sofvasc Tablet well, but some might experience: Headache, Dizziness, Lightheadedness
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
Read full Side Effects guide →

Important warnings

  • Do not use Sofvasc Tablet if you have an allergy to Amlodipine or other calcium channel blockers
  • Avoid in cases of severe liver disease

Sofvasc Tablet Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameSofvasc
Generic NameAmlodipine Besylate
Strength5mg, 10mg
FormTablet
Drug ClassCalcium Channel Blocker (Dihydropyridine)
ManufacturerWilson's Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd.
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 180 - 350 approx
Packaging10 tablets blister pack

2. What is Sofvasc Tablet? (Sofvasc Tablet kya hai)

Sofvasc Tablet is a medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for various cardiovascular conditions. Its active ingredient, Amlodipine Besylate, belongs to the Calcium Channel Blocker (Dihydropyridine) class. This medication works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow. It's important to follow your doctor’s instructions regarding dosage and duration of treatment.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • High blood pressure (hypertension) (BP high hona)
  • Chest pain (angina) (seene ka dard)
  • Coronary artery disease (heart mein darr)
  • Heart rhythm issues (heart ka timing problem)
  • Prevention of heart-related complications
  • High blood pressure (BP high hona)

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Patients with high blood pressure
  • Individuals suffering from angina or coronary artery disease
  • People with heart rhythm issues

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If you have an allergy to Amlodipine or other calcium channel blockers
  • Severe liver disease
  • Very low blood pressure

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na lein.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Do not use Sofvasc Tablet if you have an allergy to Amlodipine or other calcium channel blockers
  • Avoid in cases of severe liver disease

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Most people tolerate Sofvasc Tablet well, but some might experience: Headache, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Dizziness, Fatigue
  • Swelling in ankles or feet, Flushing, Breathing issue

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • Other blood pressure medications
  • Medicines for heart rhythm issues

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe stomach pain
  • Chest pain
  • Saans phoolna

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
Generic brandVariousAmlodipine Besylate
Alternative brandVariousAmlodipine Besylate

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
10 tabletsRs. 180 - 350 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Sofvasc Tablet Uses kis kaam aati hai?

A: Sofvasc Tablet doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Q: Sofvasc Tablet Uses kitne mg ki hoti hai?

A: Sofvasc Tablet ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Q: Pakistan mein Sofvasc Tablet Uses ka price kya hai?

A: Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2026-04-20 Last Updated: 2026-04-23

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sofvasc Tablet Uses kis kaam aati hai?

Sofvasc Tablet doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Sofvasc Tablet Uses kitne mg ki hoti hai?

Sofvasc Tablet ki strengths brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Exact strength ke liye pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Pakistan mein Sofvasc Tablet Uses ka price kya hai?

Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.