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Zabesta Am, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Zabesta Am have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Zabesta Am depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
While these are the most often observed Zabesta Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Zabesta Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Zabesta Am's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Severe while nursing. In addition, Zabesta Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zabesta Am related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Zabesta Am since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Zabesta Am contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Zabesta Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zabesta Am is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zabesta 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zabesta Am is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Zabesta Am safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Zabesta AM on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Zabesta Am safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Zabesta AM. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zabesta Am on the Kidneys?
Zabesta AM rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zabesta Am on the Liver?
Zabesta AM has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Zabesta Am on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zabesta AM on the heart have been reported.
Zabesta 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 Zabesta Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zabesta Am habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zabesta Am.
Interaction between Food and Zabesta Am
Some foods when eaten with Zabesta Am can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zabesta Am
Taking alcohol with Zabesta Am can be dangerous.
Zabesta AM 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.
Yes, Zabesta 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.
Zabesta 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).
No, Zabesta 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.
Rarely, Zabesta AM 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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