Amlopil Information
Amlopil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Amlopil have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Amlopil 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlopil as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amlopil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amlopil is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Amlopil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Amlopil since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Amlopil contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Amlopil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amlopil is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Amlopil Benefits & Uses
Amlopil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Other Benefits
Amlopil 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 |
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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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Amlopil Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlopil is used -
Moderate
- Ankle Swelling
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Edema
- Peripheral Edema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Flushing
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
- Weight gain
Amlopil Related Warnings
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Is the use of Amlopil safe for pregnant women?
Amlopil shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Amlopil safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Amlopil on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Amlopil will cause side effects or not.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Amlopil on the Kidneys?
Amlopil can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Amlopil on the Liver?
Amlopil can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Amlopil on the Heart?
Using Amlopil does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Amlopil with Other Drugs
Amlopil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Amlopil Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlopil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Low Blood Pressure
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Liver Disease
- Heart Failure
- Drug Allergy
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Amlopil
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Is this Amlopil habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amlopil has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Amlopil since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amlopil only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Amlopil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Amlopil Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Amlopil
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Amlopil and food will interact.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlopil
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Mild
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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; 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
