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Amlopin At, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlopin At. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Amlopin At include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Some other side effects of Amlopin At have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Amlopin At go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Amlopin At has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amlopin At has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amlopin At related warnings section.
Amlopin At can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amlopin At in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease. The section on Amlopin At contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Amlopin At have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Amlopin At, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amlopin 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlopin At is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amlopin At safe for pregnant women?
Amlopin AT may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Amlopin AT, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Amlopin At safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Amlopin AT. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Amlopin At on the Kidneys?
Amlopin AT rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlopin At on the Liver?
Amlopin AT 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.
What is the effect of Amlopin At on the Heart?
Amlopin AT may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Amlopin 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 Amlopin At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlopin At habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amlopin At.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Amlopin At. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Amlopin At only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amlopin At is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amlopin At
You can take Amlopin At with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlopin At
Taking Amlopin At with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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.
Yes, Amlopin AT can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Amlopin AT and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlopin AT has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Amlopin AT is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.
Yes, Amlopin AT 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
5 Years of Experience
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