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Tenochek, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The correct dosage of Tenochek 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.
Common side effects of Tenochek include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tenochek as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Tenochek go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Tenochek has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Tenochek's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tenochek related warnings section.
Tenochek is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Tenochek contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Tenochek may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tenochek is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tenochek is used to treat the following -
Main 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Tenochek safe for pregnant women?
Tenochek can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Tenochek, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Tenochek safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Tenochek. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Tenochek on the Kidneys?
Tenochek may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tenochek on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Tenochek. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Tenochek on the Heart?
Tenochek can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Tenochek 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 Tenochek unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tenochek habit forming or addictive?
Tenochek does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tenochek, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tenochek can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Tenochek is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tenochek is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tenochek
Taking Tenochek with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tenochek
Consuming Tenochek with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Tenochek 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.
No, Tenochek 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.
Yes, Tenochek 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.
No, use of Tenochek 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.
No, Tenochek does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Tenochek 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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