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

Velol Xl Am Information

Velol Xl Am is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Velol Xl Am have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Velol Xl Am. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

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

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Velol Xl Am is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Velol Xl Am related warnings talks about Velol Xl Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Velol Xl 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 contraindications of Velol Xl Am have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Velol Xl Am, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Velol Xl Am Benefits & Uses

Velol Xl Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Velol Xl 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

Velol Xl Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Velol Xl Am safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Velol Xl Am. If you are pregnant, do not take Velol Xl Am without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Velol Xl Am safe during breastfeeding?

Velol Xl Am has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Velol Xl Am on the Kidneys?

Velol Xl Am is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Velol Xl Am on the Liver?

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

Velol Xl Am has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Velol Xl Am with Other Drugs

Velol Xl 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

Velol Xl Am Contraindications

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

Is this Velol Xl Am habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Velol Xl Am.

Velol Xl Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Velol Xl Am

Some foods when eaten with Velol Xl Am can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Velol Xl Am

Consuming Velol Xl Am with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Frequently asked Questions about Velol Xl Am

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Velol Xl Am cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Velol Xl Am does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Velol Xl Am with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Velol Xl 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 over 5 years ago

What is Velol Xl Am?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Velol Xl Am is a brand name of amlodipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blocker. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (high BP) and coronary artery disease. It is not recommended for heart failure. It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Velol Xl Am on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Velol Xl 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Velol Xl 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.