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Amlocom At is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The right dosage of Amlocom At depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Amlocom At include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlocom At as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Amlocom At normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Amlocom At's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amlocom At related warnings talks about Amlocom At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Amlocom At is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amlocom At contraindications section.
Additionally, Amlocom At may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Amlocom At, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amlocom At 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlocom At is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amlocom At safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Amlocom AT. It is best to stop taking Amlocom AT immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Amlocom At safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Amlocom AT. Immediately discontinue Amlocom AT if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Amlocom At on the Kidneys?
Amlocom AT rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlocom At on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Amlocom AT. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amlocom At on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Amlocom AT. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Amlocom At 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 Amlocom At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlocom At habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amlocom At has not been reported.
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 Amlocom At can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Amlocom At only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amlocom At cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amlocom At
Taking Amlocom At with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlocom At
Consuming Amlocom At with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Amlocom AT 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.
Amlocom AT 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, Amlocom AT 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.
Amlocom AT 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.
No, Amlocom AT 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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Product Description [Internet]: TENORMIN®. USFDA
