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Amlomed is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Amlomed also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlomed. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlomed as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Amlomed normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Amlomed's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amlomed related warnings talks about Amlomed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Amlomed can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amlomed in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. The section on Amlomed contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Amlomed may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Amlomed, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Amlomed is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlomed is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amlomed safe for pregnant women?
Amlomed can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Amlomed safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Amlomed on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Amlomed will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Amlomed on the Kidneys?
Amlomed may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amlomed on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Amlomed. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amlomed on the Heart?
Using Amlomed does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Amlomed 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 Amlomed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlomed habit forming or addictive?
Amlomed does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Amlomed since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amlomed only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amlomed is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amlomed
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Amlomed, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlomed
Taking Amlomed and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Yes, Amlomed can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.
Yes, Amlomed can cause edema. It is the most common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to amlodipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of doctor because of alternate treatment are also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming high dose the chances of edema are high.
Amlomed 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.
Amlomed 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).
Yes, Amlomed 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 Amlomed and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
This medicine data has been created by -
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References
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