Amaday Information
Amaday, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Amaday has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amaday. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Amaday side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Amaday are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Amaday's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Amaday's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amaday related warnings section.
Amaday is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amaday are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Amaday may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amaday is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Amaday Benefits & Uses
Amaday is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Other Benefits
Amaday 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 |
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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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Amaday Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amaday is used -
Moderate
- Ankle Swelling
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Edema
- Peripheral Edema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Flushing
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
- Weight gain
Amaday Related Warnings
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Is the use of Amaday safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amaday. If you are pregnant, do not take Amaday without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Amaday safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Amaday for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Amaday on the Kidneys?
Amaday 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.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Amaday on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Amaday. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Amaday on the Heart?
Using Amaday does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Amaday with Other Drugs
Amaday should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Amaday Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amaday unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Low Blood Pressure
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Liver Disease
- Heart Failure
- Drug Allergy
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Amaday
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Is this Amaday habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amaday.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Amaday since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Amaday should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amaday is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Amaday Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Amaday
There is no information on the effects of taking Amaday with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Amaday
Drinking alcohol while taking Amaday may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Mild
Frequently asked Questions about Amaday
Question about 7 years ago
Can I discontinue Amaday on my own without doctors advice?
Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician
No, Amaday should not be discontinued on your own. Discontinuation of a drug on your own can cause some serious problem such as blood pressure or chest pain which lead to heart attack and stroke. So before stopping this medicine, you must consult your doctor, he/she may switch your treatment if you can not tolerate this drug.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Amaday cause arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat)?
Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician
Rarely, Amaday 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.
Question over 7 years ago
How does Amaday work?
Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology
Amaday 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 over 6 years ago
Can i take Amaday 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 Amaday has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Amaday cause erectile dysfunction?
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine
Yes, Amaday 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.
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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; 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
