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Amdepin H is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP.
The correct dosage of Amdepin H 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Amdepin H are Headache, Fatigue, Nausea or vomiting. These side effects of Amdepin H 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.
It is also important to note that Amdepin H has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amdepin H's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Amdepin H are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Amdepin H may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amdepin H is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Amdepin H is used to treat the following -
Main 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amdepin H is used -
Common
Is the use of Amdepin H safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Amdepin H. It is best to stop taking Amdepin H immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Amdepin H safe during breastfeeding?
Amdepin H can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Amdepin H on the Kidneys?
Amdepin H 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.
What is the effect of Amdepin H on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Amdepin H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Amdepin H only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amdepin H on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Amdepin H. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Amdepin H 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 Amdepin H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amdepin H habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amdepin H.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Amdepin H. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Amdepin H is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Amdepin H is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amdepin H
You can take Amdepin H with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amdepin H
Taking alcohol with Amdepin H can be dangerous.
Amdepin H 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.
Yes, Amdepin H does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.
No, use of Amdepin H 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.
Yes, Amdepin H 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.
No, Amdepin H 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.
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