Ambrisentan Benefits & Uses

Ambrisentan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pulmonary Hypertension

Ambrisentan 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: Pulmonary Hypertension Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pulmonary Hypertension Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ambrisentan Side Effects

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

Moderate

Peripheral Edema
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Sinus inflammation
Flushing
Nasal congestion
Headache
Cough
Dyspepsia

Ambrisentan Related Warnings

Is the use of Ambrisentan safe for pregnant women?

Ambrisentan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Ambrisentan without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Ambrisentan safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Ambrisentan. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Ambrisentan on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Ambrisentan on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Ambrisentan on the Liver?

Ambrisentan is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ambrisentan on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Ambrisentan on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ambrisentan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenylephrine

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Tizanidine

Moderate

Alfuzosin

Amiloride

Ambrisentan Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Ambrisentan

Is this Ambrisentan habit forming or addictive?

Ambrisentan is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ambrisentan can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ambrisentan is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ambrisentan is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ambrisentan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ambrisentan

There is no information on the effects of taking Ambrisentan with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ambrisentan

Information about the interaction of Ambrisentan and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown