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Amlodac At, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High BP, Angina are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Amlodac At depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Amlodac At also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlodac At as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amlodac At are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Amlodac At's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amlodac At related warnings talks about Amlodac At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Amlodac At is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amlodac At are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Amlodac At may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amlodac At is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Amlodac At is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Amlodac At safe for pregnant women?
Amlodac AT can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Amlodac AT, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amlodac At safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Amlodac AT. Immediately discontinue Amlodac AT if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Amlodac At on the Kidneys?
Amlodac AT may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlodac At on the Liver?
Amlodac AT may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amlodac At on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Amlodac AT. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Amlodac At should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlodac At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlodac At habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Amlodac At is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Amlodac At. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Amlodac At should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Amlodac At for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amlodac At
Taking Amlodac At with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodac At
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Amlodac At as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlodac AT has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Amlodac AT can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Amlodac AT and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Amlodac AT is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Amlodac AT can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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