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Amlan S is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Amlan S have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Amlan S depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Amlan S side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Amlan S normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Amlan S's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amlan S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Amlan S 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 Amlan S are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Amlan S may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Amlan S is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Amlan S 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 Amlan S is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amlan S safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amlan S. If you are pregnant, do not take Amlan S without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amlan S safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Amlan S for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Amlan S on the Kidneys?
Amlan S 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 Amlan S on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Amlan S. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Amlan S on the Heart?
Amlan S is completely safe for the heart.
Amlan S 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 Amlan S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlan S habit forming or addictive?
Amlan S is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Amlan S as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amlan S is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Amlan S in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Amlan S
There is no information on the effects of taking Amlan S with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlan S
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Amlan S at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Amlan S 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, Amlan S 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 Amlan S has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Amlan S 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).
Yes, Amlan S can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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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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