Meritol Am: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Meritol Am Information

Meritol Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Meritol Am have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Meritol Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Meritol Am also has some side effects, the most common being Slow heart rate (pulse). While these are the most often observed Meritol Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Meritol Am go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Meritol Am's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Meritol Am has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Meritol Am related warnings section.

Meritol Am is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Meritol Am contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Meritol Am have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Meritol Am is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Meritol Am Benefits & Uses
Meritol Am Dosage & How to Take
Meritol Am Side Effects
Meritol Am Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Meritol Am with Other Drugs
Meritol Am Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Meritol Am
Meritol Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Meritol Am Benefits & Uses

Meritol Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Meritol 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: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 50 mg metoprolol
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 50 mg metoprolol

Meritol Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Meritol Am safe for pregnant women?

Meritol Am shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Meritol Am safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Meritol Am as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Meritol Am on the Kidneys?

Using Meritol Am does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Meritol Am on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Meritol Am on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Meritol Am on the Heart?

Meritol Am has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Meritol Am with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Moderate

Meritol Am Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meritol 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 Meritol Am

Is this Meritol Am habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Meritol Am is addictive.

Meritol Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Meritol Am

Taking Meritol Am with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meritol Am

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Meritol Am as it can have severe side effects.

Frequently asked Questions about Meritol Am

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Meritol Am cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Meritol Am has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Meritol Am harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Meritol 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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Meritol Am with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Meritol Am comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Meritol Am on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Meritol 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.