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Zortan Am is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Zortan Am has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Zortan Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Zortan Am have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Zortan Am 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zortan Am is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zortan Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zortan Am related warnings section.
Zortan 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. The section on Zortan Am contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Zortan Am have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Zortan Am is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zortan 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zortan Am is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Zortan Am safe for pregnant women?
Zortan 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 Zortan Am safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Zortan Am on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Zortan Am on the Kidneys?
Zortan Am does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zortan Am on the Liver?
Side effects of Zortan Am rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Zortan Am on the Heart?
Zortan Am is rarely harmful for the heart.
Zortan 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 Zortan Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zortan Am habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zortan Am.
Interaction between Food and Zortan Am
Zortan 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 Zortan Am
Consuming Zortan Am with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Zortan 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.
Yes, Zortan 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.
Zortan Am is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.
Yes, Zortan 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.
Yes, Zortan 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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