Betabest AM: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Betabest AM Benefits & Uses

Betabest AM is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Betabest AM 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

Betabest AM Related Warnings

Is the use of Betabest AM safe for pregnant women?

Betabest AM shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Betabest AM safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Betabest AM on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Unknown
What is the effect of Betabest AM on the Kidneys?

Betabest AM is not harmful for kidneys.

Moderate
What is the effect of Betabest AM on the Liver?

Betabest AM is rarely harmful for the liver.

Moderate
What is the effect of Betabest AM on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Betabest AM on the heart have been reported.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Betabest AM with Other Drugs

Betabest AM 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

Betabest AM Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betabest AM unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hyperthyroidism
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Diabetes
Asthma
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Betabest AM

Is this Betabest AM habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Betabest AM is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Betabest AM as you may feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Betabest AM is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Betabest AM is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Betabest AM Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Betabest AM

Some foods when eaten with Betabest AM can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Betabest AM

Consuming Betabest AM with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Betabest AM

Question over 5 years ago

How does Betabest AM work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Betabest AM 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Betabest AM on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Betabest AM 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Betabest AM with sildenafil (viagra)?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Betabest AM 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

Does Betabest AM cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Betabest AM can cause edema. It is the most common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to amlodipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of doctor because of alternate treatment are also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming high dose the chances of edema are high.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Betabest AM harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Betabest AM 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.