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Lopin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Lopin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lopin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lopin as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lopin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lopin is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Lopin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lopin related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Lopin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lopin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Lopin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lopin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Lopin 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Lopin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lopin. If you are pregnant, do not take Lopin without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lopin safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Lopin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Lopin will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Lopin on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Lopin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Lopin on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Lopin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Lopin only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lopin on the Heart?
Lopin is completely safe for the heart.
Lopin 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 Lopin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lopin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lopin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Lopin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Lopin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lopin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lopin
There is no information on the effects of taking Lopin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lopin
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Lopin are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Lopin has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Yes, Lopin 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.
Lopin 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, Lopin does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Lopin might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
Yes, Lopin 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.
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References
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