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Lotak A is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Lotak A also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Lotak A depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Lotak A side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lotak A go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Lotak A's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Lotak A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lotak A related warnings section.
Lotak A can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lotak A in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lotak A are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Lotak A may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lotak A is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Lotak A is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lotak A is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lotak A safe for pregnant women?
Lotak A can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Lotak A safe during breastfeeding?
Lotak A has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lotak A on the Kidneys?
Lotak A is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lotak A on the Liver?
Lotak A may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Lotak A on the Heart?
Lotak A may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Lotak A 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 Lotak A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lotak A habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lotak A is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Lotak A
Lotak A may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lotak A
Consumption of alcohol and Lotak A together may have severe effects on your health.
Lotak A 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.
Lotak A 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.
No, Lotak A 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.
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.
Lotak A 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).
This medicine data has been created by -
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)
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