Amtas E 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amtas E is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amtas E safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amtas E. If you are pregnant, do not take Amtas E without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amtas E safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Amtas E. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amtas E on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Amtas E on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Amtas E on the Liver?
Side effects of Amtas E rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amtas E on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Amtas E on the heart have been reported.
Amtas E 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 Amtas E unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amtas E habit forming or addictive?
Amtas E is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Amtas E can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amtas E only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Amtas E for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amtas E
Some foods when eaten with Amtas E can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amtas E
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Amtas E.
Yes, Amtas E 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 Amtas E and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Yes, Amtas E 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.
Rarely, Amtas E 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.
Amtas E is a brand name of amlodipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blocker. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (high BP) and coronary artery disease. It is not recommended for heart failure. It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).
No, use of Amtas E has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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