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Samloday, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Samloday also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Samloday is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Samloday as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Samloday are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Samloday's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Samloday related warnings talks about Samloday's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Samloday since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Samloday have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Samloday with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Samloday is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Samloday 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Samloday is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Samloday safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Samloday. If you are pregnant, do not take Samloday without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Samloday safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Samloday in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Samloday is unavailable.
What is the effect of Samloday on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Samloday. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Samloday on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Samloday. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Samloday on the Heart?
Samloday is not harmful for the heart.
Samloday 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 Samloday unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Samloday habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Samloday has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Samloday since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Samloday only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Samloday for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Samloday
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Samloday with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Samloday
Taking Samloday and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Yes, Samloday 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, Samloday does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Samloday 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, Samloday can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Rarely, Samloday causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Samloday 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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