Amlosafe 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Amlosafe 10 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Amlosafe 10 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Some other side effects of Amlosafe 10 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Amlosafe 10 Tablet 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.
In addition, Amlosafe 10 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Amlosafe 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amlosafe 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Amlosafe 10 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amlosafe 10 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Amlosafe 10 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amlosafe 10 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Amlosafe 10 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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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Is the use of Amlosafe 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amlosafe. If you are pregnant, do not take Amlosafe without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amlosafe 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Amlosafe for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Amlosafe 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amlosafe. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Amlosafe 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Amlosafe 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 Amlosafe 10 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Amlosafe without any fear of damage to the heart.
Amlosafe 10 Tablet 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 Amlosafe 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlosafe 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amlosafe 10 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Amlosafe 10 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Amlosafe 10 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Amlosafe 10 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amlosafe 10 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Amlosafe 10 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlosafe 10 Tablet
Taking Amlosafe 10 Tablet and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
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.
Amlosafe 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, Amlosafe 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.
No, Amlosafe 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, Amlosafe 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 Amlosafe and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
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