Bumper Offer - Urjas oil Just @ Rs. 1
Amlo L is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Amlo L has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlo L. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlo L as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Amlo L are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Amlo L has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amlo L has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amlo L related warnings section.
Amlo L can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amlo L in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amlo L contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Amlo L with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Amlo L is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Amlo L 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
| Adult |
|
| Geriatric |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlo L is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amlo L safe for pregnant women?
Amlo L has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amlo L without medical advice.
Is the use of Amlo L safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Amlo L. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Amlo L on the Kidneys?
Amlo L rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlo L on the Liver?
Side effects of Amlo L rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amlo L on the Heart?
Side effects of Amlo L rarely affect the heart.
Amlo L 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 Amlo L unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlo L habit forming or addictive?
Amlo L is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Amlo L
Taking Amlo L with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlo L
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amlo L and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Amlo L 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.
Amlo L 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, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
No, Amlo L 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.
Yes, Amlo L is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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; Zestril (lisinopril)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 503
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 163-169
