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Metlol Am, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. The alternative uses of Metlol Am have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metlol Am. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Metlol Am include Slow heart rate (pulse). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metlol Am can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Metlol Am go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Metlol Am's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Metlol Am has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Metlol Am related warnings section.
Metlol Am is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metlol Am contraindications section.
Besides this, Metlol Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Metlol Am is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Metlol Am 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
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Is the use of Metlol Am safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Metlol Am. If you are pregnant, do not take Metlol Am without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Metlol Am safe during breastfeeding?
Metlol Am has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Metlol Am on the Kidneys?
Metlol Am is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Metlol Am on the Liver?
Metlol Am may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Metlol Am on the Heart?
Side effects of Metlol Am rarely affect the heart.
Metlol Am 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 Metlol Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metlol Am habit forming or addictive?
Metlol Am does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Metlol Am
Some foods when eaten with Metlol Am can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metlol Am
Consuming Metlol Am with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Metlol Am is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
No, use of Metlol 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.
Yes, Metlol Am 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.
Yes, Metlol Am can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Metlol Am and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
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.
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