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Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet Information

Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet are Slow heart rate (pulse). Some other side effects of Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Amlogard Met Benefits & Uses
Amlogard Met Dosage & How to Take
Amlogard Met Side Effects
Amlogard Met Related Warnings
Amlogard Met Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Amlogard Met
Amlogard Met Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet 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: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 50 mg metoprolol
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 50 mg metoprolol

Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Amlogard Met shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Amlogard Met for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Amlogard Met is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Amlogard Met rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet on the Heart?

Amlogard Met may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hyperthyroidism
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Diabetes
Asthma
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet

Is this Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Frequently asked Questions about Amlogard Met 50/5 Tablet

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Amlogard Met cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlogard Met 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Amlogard Met without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Amlogard Met 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Amlogard Met cause stomach upset?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Amlogard Met work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Amlogard Met 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Amlogard Met cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Amlogard Met 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.