Amlovin 2.5 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amlovin Information

Amlovin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Amlovin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlovin. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Amlovin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Amlovin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Amlovin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amlovin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Amlovin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amlovin contraindications section.

Besides this, Amlovin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Amlovin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Amlovin Benefits & Uses
Amlovin Dosage & How to Take
Amlovin Side Effects
Amlovin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Amlovin with Other Drugs
Amlovin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Amlovin
Amlovin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Amlovin Benefits & Uses

Amlovin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amlovin 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: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily

Amlovin Related Warnings

Is the use of Amlovin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amlovin. If you are pregnant, do not take Amlovin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Amlovin safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Amlovin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Amlovin will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amlovin on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amlovin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amlovin on the Liver?

Amlovin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amlovin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Amlovin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Amlovin with Other Drugs

Amlovin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Amlovin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlovin 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 Amlovin

Is this Amlovin habit forming or addictive?

Amlovin does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Amlovin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Amlovin only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Amlovin for mental disorders.

No

Amlovin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amlovin

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Amlovin and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlovin

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Amlovin at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Amlovin

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Amlovin with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlovin can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Amlovin cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlovin 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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Amlovin with sildenafil (viagra)?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlovin can be taken with viagra. No harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects such as low blood pressure after taking these two medicines together, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Amlovin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Amlovin 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Amlovin work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Amlovin 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.