Stamlo 2.5

Tablet · Dr. Reddy's
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Stamlo 2.5 is a tablet made by Dr. Reddy's that contains Amlodipine 2.5 mg. Amlodipine is a blood pressure medicine (calcium channel blocker): lowers blood pressure and prevents chest pain (angina).

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Amlodipine2.5 mg

What it is used for

Lowers blood pressure and prevents chest pain (angina).

How it works

A calcium channel blocker that relaxes the muscle in artery walls, lowering blood pressure and easing angina.

How to take it

Usually 5 to 10 mg once a day, any time, with or without food.

Common side effects

  • Ankle swelling
  • Flushing
  • Headache
  • Tiredness
  • Palpitations

Get medical help straight away if

  • Chest pain that is worse than usual
  • Fainting
  • Swollen gums

Be careful

Can cause ankle swelling or flushing.

Other medicines and interactions

Simvastatin above 20 mg should not be combined with it. Clarithromycin, itraconazole and grapefruit juice can raise its level.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Generally avoided in pregnancy unless the doctor decides it is the best choice; nifedipine is the calcium channel blocker most often used. Small amounts pass into breast milk; ask your doctor.

Same composition, other brands (1)

Amlong 2.5

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

Same ingredients, different strength or form

Amlong 5Amlokind 5Stamlo 5Amlopres 5Norvasc 5Amlong 10Stamlo 10Amodep 5Abamlo 5Amlip-5Amlovas-5Amlosafe 5Amdepin 5Amtas-5Amlopin-5Amlodac 5Amlogard 5

Common questions

What is Stamlo 2.5?

Stamlo 2.5 is a tablet by Dr. Reddy's containing Amlodipine 2.5 mg.

What is Stamlo 2.5 used for?

Lowers blood pressure and prevents chest pain (angina).

How should I take Stamlo 2.5?

Usually 5 to 10 mg once a day, any time, with or without food. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Stamlo 2.5?

Common side effects include: Ankle swelling, flushing, headache, tiredness, palpitations. Get medical help straight away for: Chest pain that is worse than usual, fainting, swollen gums.

Does Stamlo 2.5 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Stamlo 2.5 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Generally avoided in pregnancy unless the doctor decides it is the best choice; nifedipine is the calcium channel blocker most often used. Small amounts pass into breast milk; ask your doctor.

What are the substitutes for Stamlo 2.5?

Brands with the same composition: Amlong 2.5. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.