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Amat Tablet is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Amat Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Amat Tablet 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amat Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amat Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Amat Tablet should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Amat Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Amat Tablet has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Amat Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amat Tablet. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Amat Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Amat Tablet. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amat Tablet on the Heart?
Amat Tablet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Amat Tablet 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 Amat Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amat Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amat Tablet has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Amat Tablet
Amat Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amat Tablet
Taking Amat Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Amat Tablet comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Amat Tablet 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).
Amat Tablet 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.
Rarely, Amat Tablet 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.
No, Amat Tablet is not harmful to a kidney. However, it can cause some urinary problem such as urine retention and difficulty in passing urine. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above while taking this drug.
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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
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
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