Lakmet Am Information
Lakmet Am is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Lakmet Am depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Lakmet Am Benefits & Uses
Lakmet Am is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Lakmet 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
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Lakmet Am Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lakmet Am is used -
Moderate
- Ankle Swelling
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Edema
- Peripheral Edema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Blurred vision
- Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
- Chest Pain
Mild
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Flushing
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
- Weight gain
- Diarrhoea
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Insomnia
Common
- Slow heart rate (pulse)
Lakmet Am Related Warnings
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Is the use of Lakmet Am safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lakmet Am. If you are pregnant, do not take Lakmet Am without a doctor's advice.
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Is the use of Lakmet Am safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Lakmet Am as it bears very minor side effects for them.
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What is the effect of Lakmet Am on the Kidneys?
Lakmet Am is not harmful for kidneys.
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What is the effect of Lakmet Am on the Liver?
Lakmet Am is rarely harmful for the liver.
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What is the effect of Lakmet Am on the Heart?
Side effects of Lakmet Am rarely affect the heart.
Severe Interaction of Lakmet Am with Other Drugs
Lakmet Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Lakmet Am Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lakmet 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 Lakmet Am
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Is this Lakmet Am habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lakmet Am has not been reported.
Lakmet Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Lakmet Am
Lakmet Am may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Lakmet Am
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lakmet Am as it can have severe side effects.
Frequently asked Questions about Lakmet Am
Question about 7 years ago
How long can I safely take Lakmet Am?
Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology
Lakmet 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 7 years ago
Can I discontinue Lakmet Am on my own without doctors advice?
Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician
No, Lakmet 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 6 years ago
Can i take Lakmet 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 Lakmet 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
Does Lakmet Am cause erectile dysfunction?
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine
Yes, Lakmet Am can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.
Question over 6 years ago
Can I take Lakmet Am with sildenafil (viagra)?
Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Lakmet 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.
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