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Amlodipine + Valsartan is used to treat the following -
Other 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.
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Is the use of Amlodipine + Valsartan safe for pregnant women?
Amlodipine + Valsartan can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Amlodipine + Valsartan safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Amlodipine + Valsartan. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Valsartan on the Kidneys?
Amlodipine + Valsartan may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Valsartan on the Liver?
Side effects of Amlodipine + Valsartan rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Valsartan on the Heart?
Amlodipine + Valsartan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Amlodipine + Valsartan 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 Amlodipine + Valsartan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlodipine + Valsartan habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amlodipine + Valsartan.
Interaction between Food and Amlodipine + Valsartan
Amlodipine + Valsartan may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodipine + Valsartan
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Amlodipine + Valsartan are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Amlodipine + Valsartan is a brand name of amlodipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blocker. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (high BP) and coronary artery disease. It is not recommended for heart failure. It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).
Rarely, Amlodipine + Valsartan causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Amlodipine + Valsartan 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 Amlodipine + Valsartan and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Amlodipine + Valsartan 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, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlodipine + Valsartan has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
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