Amo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Amo has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Amo 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amo can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Amo are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amo is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Amo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amo related warnings section.
Amo 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 Amo contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Amo with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amo is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Amo 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 Amo safe for pregnant women?
Amo has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amo without medical advice.
Is the use of Amo safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Amo in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Amo is unavailable.
What is the effect of Amo on the Kidneys?
Amo may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amo on the Liver?
Amo 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.
What is the effect of Amo on the Heart?
You can take Amo without any fear of damage to the heart.
Amo 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 Amo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amo habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Amo is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Amo since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amo is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amo
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Amo and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amo
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.
Rarely, Amo causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amo has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Amo comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Yes, Amo 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.
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