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Alis At is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The optimal dosage of Alis At 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Alis At include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Alis At side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Alis At are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Alis At's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Alis At related warnings talks about Alis At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Alis At can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Alis At in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Alis At have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Alis At have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Alis At, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Alis At 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alis At is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Alis At safe for pregnant women?
Alis At may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Alis At, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Alis At safe during breastfeeding?
Alis At may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Alis At, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Alis At.
What is the effect of Alis At on the Kidneys?
Alis At rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alis At on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Alis At. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Alis At on the Heart?
Alis At may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Alis At 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 Alis At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alis At habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Alis At has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Alis At you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Alis At is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Alis At is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alis At
Taking Alis At with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alis At
Taking Alis At with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Alis At 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.
Alis At 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.
No, Alis At 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.
Alis At 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).
Yes, Alis At 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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