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Cresar Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. High BP, Heart Failure, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Cresar Plus has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Cresar Plus is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cresar Plus include Back Pain. Some other side effects of Cresar Plus have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Cresar Plus normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Cresar Plus's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Cresar Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Cresar Plus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cresar Plus in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. The section on Cresar Plus contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Cresar Plus have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cresar Plus, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cresar Plus 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cresar Plus is used -
Common
Is the use of Cresar Plus safe for pregnant women?
Cresar Plus shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Cresar Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Cresar Plus may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cresar Plus should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Cresar Plus on the Kidneys?
Cresar Plus may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cresar Plus on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cresar Plus on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cresar Plus on the Heart?
Side effects of Cresar Plus rarely affect the heart.
Cresar Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cresar Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cresar Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cresar Plus is addictive.
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 Cresar Plus can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cresar Plus should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cresar Plus is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cresar Plus
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Cresar Plus and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cresar Plus
Consumption of alcohol and Cresar Plus together may have severe effects on your health.
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 Cresar Plus has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Yes, Cresar Plus is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Cresar Plus 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.
Cresar Plus 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).
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