Extel AM

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  • Manufactured by: Hetero Drugs Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Amlodipine (5 mg) + Telmisartan (40 mg)

Extel AM Information


Extel AM Benefits & Uses

Extel AM is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Extel 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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

Extel AM Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Extel AM is used -

Severe

  • Bradycardia

Moderate

Mild

Common

Extel AM Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Extel AM safe for pregnant women?


    Extel 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 Extel AM safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can take Extel AM as it bears very minor side effects for them.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Extel AM on the Kidneys?


    Extel AM does not damage the kidneys.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Extel AM on the Liver?


    Side effects of Extel AM rarely affect the liver.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Extel AM on the Heart?


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

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Extel AM with Other Drugs

Extel AM should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Mild


Extel AM Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Extel AM

  • Is this Extel AM habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Extel AM.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Extel AM. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Extel AM only on doctor's advice.

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


    Extel AM is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Extel AM Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Extel AM


    Extel AM may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Extel AM


    Consumption of alcohol and Extel AM together may have severe effects on your health.

    Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Extel AM

Question about 6 years ago

Can i take Extel AM with seafood ?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Extel AM has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug. 

Question about 7 years ago

How long can I safely take Extel AM?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Extel AM is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.

Question over 6 years ago

Can I take Extel AM along with ibuprofen?

Yes, Extel AM can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 7 years ago

Is Extel AM harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Extel 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.

Question about 7 years ago

Can I take Extel AM without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine

Extel 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.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norvasc® (amlodipine besylate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 540, 549, 550

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 147-148

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 169-173

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 507

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Micardis® (telmisartan)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Twynsta® (telmisartan/amlodipine)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norvasc® (amlodipine besylate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 540, 549, 550

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 147-148

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 169-173

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 507

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Micardis® (telmisartan)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Twynsta® (telmisartan/amlodipine)

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