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Amlopres At, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The optimal dosage of Amlopres 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Amlopres At include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Amlopres At side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Amlopres At are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Amlopres At has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amlopres At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Amlopres At 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. Other contraindications of Amlopres At have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Amlopres At may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Amlopres At, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amlopres 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 Amlopres At is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amlopres At safe for pregnant women?
Amlopres AT may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Amlopres AT again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amlopres At safe during breastfeeding?
Amlopres AT may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Amlopres AT, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Amlopres AT.
What is the effect of Amlopres At on the Kidneys?
Amlopres AT may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlopres At on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Amlopres AT. 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 Amlopres At on the Heart?
Amlopres 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.
Amlopres 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 Amlopres At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlopres At habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amlopres At has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amlopres At, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amlopres At can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Amlopres At only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amlopres At is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amlopres At
Taking Amlopres At with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlopres At
Consumption of alcohol and Amlopres At together may have severe effects on your health.
Amlopres 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.
Rarely, Amlopres AT 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.
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlopres AT has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Amlopres 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.
Yes, Amlopres AT can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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