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Amlotus 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Amlotus 10 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlotus 10 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amlotus 10 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Amlotus 10 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amlotus 10 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Amlotus 10 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amlotus 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Amlotus 10 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amlotus 10 Tablet in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amlotus 10 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Amlotus 10 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Amlotus 10 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Amlotus 10 Tablet 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 Amlotus 10 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amlotus 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amlotus. If you are pregnant, do not take Amlotus without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amlotus 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Amlotus in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Amlotus is unavailable.
What is the effect of Amlotus 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Amlotus. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amlotus 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Amlotus can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Amlotus 10 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Amlotus without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlotus 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlotus 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amlotus 10 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Amlotus 10 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amlotus 10 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Amlotus 10 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Amlotus 10 Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Amlotus 10 Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlotus 10 Tablet
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Amlotus 10 Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
No, use of Amlotus has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.
Amlotus 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.
Rarely, Amlotus 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, Amlotus 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.
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlotus has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norvasc® (amlodipine besylate)
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