Protol Am

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  • Contains / Salt: Amlodipine (5 mg) + Metoprolol (50 mg)
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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    • Country of Origin: India

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    Protol Am Information

    Protol Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Protol Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

    The correct dosage of Protol Am depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

    The side effects typically associated with Protol Am include Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Protol Am as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Protol Am normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

    It is also important to note that Protol Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Protol Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Protol Am related warnings section.

    Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Protol Am since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Protol Am contraindications lists all such conditions.

    Besides this, Protol Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

    In addition to the above precautions for Protol Am, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



    Protol Am Benefits & Uses

    Protol Am is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Protol Am Dosage & How to Take

    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
    • Disease: High Blood Pressure
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 50 mg metoprolol
    Geriatric
    • Disease: High Blood Pressure
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 50 mg metoprolol


    Protol Am Side Effects

    Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Protol Am is used -

    Moderate

    Mild

    Common

    • Slow heart rate (pulse)

    Protol Am Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Protol Am safe for pregnant women?


      Protol Am can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    • Is the use of Protol Am safe during breastfeeding?


      Breastfeeding women can take Protol Am as it bears very minor side effects for them.

    • What is the effect of Protol Am on the Kidneys?


      Protol Am is completely safe for kidneys.

    • What is the effect of Protol Am on the Liver?


      Protol Am may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    • What is the effect of Protol Am on the Heart?


      Side effects of Protol Am rarely affect the heart.



    Severe Interaction of Protol Am with Other Drugs

    Protol Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

    Severe

    Moderate



    Protol Am Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Protol Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Protol Am

    • Is this Protol Am habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Protol Am has not been reported.

    Protol Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Protol Am


      Taking Protol Am with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    • Interaction between Alcohol and Protol Am


      Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Protol Am as it can have severe side effects.



    Frequently asked Questions about Protol Am

    Question about 5 years ago

    What is Protol Am?

    Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

    Protol Am 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).

    Question about 5 years ago

    How does Protol Am work?

    Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

    Protol Am is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.

    Question about 5 years ago

    How long can I safely take Protol Am?

    Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

    Protol Am is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.

    Question about 4 years ago

    Can i take Protol Am with seafood ?

    Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Protol Am has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug. 

    Question over 4 years ago

    Does Protol Am cause arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat)?

    Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

    Rarely, Protol Am 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.



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norvasc® (amlodipine besylate)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 540, 549, 550

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 147-148

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 148-149

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 847-850

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