Meto AM 5/50 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Meto Am Information

Meto Am, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Meto Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Meto Am depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

The side effects typically associated with Meto Am include Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Meto Am as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Meto Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Meto Am's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Meto Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Meto Am related warnings section.

Meto 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. The section on Meto Am contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Meto Am have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Meto Am is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Meto Am Benefits & Uses

Meto Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Meto 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

Meto Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Meto Am safe for pregnant women?

Meto 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 Meto Am safe during breastfeeding?

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

Meto AM is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Meto Am on the Liver?

Meto AM is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Meto Am on the Heart?

Meto AM has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Meto Am with Other Drugs

Meto 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

Meto Am Contraindications

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

Is this Meto Am habit forming or addictive?

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

Meto Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Meto Am

Meto Am may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meto Am

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

Frequently asked Questions about Meto Am

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Meto AM harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Meto 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 about 5 years ago

Is Meto AM safe to use?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Meto 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Meto AM with telmisatan?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Meto 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 Meto AM and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Meto AM cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Meto 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 4 years ago

Can i take Meto 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 Meto AM has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.