Atemarc Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The correct dosage of Atemarc Am depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Atemarc Am also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Atemarc Am as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Atemarc Am are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Atemarc Am is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Atemarc Am related warnings talks about Atemarc Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Atemarc Am is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Atemarc Am have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Atemarc Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Atemarc Am is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Atemarc Am 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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Is the use of Atemarc Am safe for pregnant women?
Atemarc AM may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Atemarc AM again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Atemarc Am safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Atemarc AM. Immediately discontinue Atemarc AM if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Atemarc Am on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Atemarc AM on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Atemarc Am on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Atemarc AM. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Atemarc AM only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Atemarc Am on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Atemarc AM. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Atemarc Am 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 Atemarc Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atemarc Am habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Atemarc Am is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Atemarc Am as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Atemarc Am only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atemarc Am cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Atemarc Am
Taking Atemarc Am with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atemarc Am
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Atemarc Am as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Atemarc AM has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Yes, Atemarc AM 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.
Atemarc AM 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, use of Atemarc AM 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.
Yes, Atemarc AM 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.
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