Concor Am Information
Concor Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Concor Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Concor Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Concor Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Concor Am 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.
It is also important to note that Concor Am has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Concor Am has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Concor Am related warnings section.
Concor Am is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Concor Am have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Concor Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Concor Am is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Concor Am Benefits & Uses
Concor Am is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Concor 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
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Concor Am Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Concor Am is used -
Severe
- Slow heart rate (pulse)
- Sneezing
- Chest Discomfort
Moderate
- Ankle Swelling
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Edema
- Peripheral Edema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Rhinitis
- Nasal congestion
Mild
Concor Am Related Warnings
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Is the use of Concor Am safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Concor Am for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
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Is the use of Concor Am safe during breastfeeding?
Concor Am should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Concor Am on the Kidneys?
Concor Am may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Concor Am on the Liver?
Concor Am has very mild side effects on the liver.
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What is the effect of Concor Am on the Heart?
Concor Am has very mild side effects on the heart.
Severe Interaction of Concor Am with Other Drugs
Concor Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
- Mycoderm-C Dusting Powder Sandalwood Fragrance 100gm
- Abzorb Soap 100gm
- Abzorb Syndet Bar 100gm
- Abzorb Dusting Powder 100gm
Concor Am Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Concor Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Low Blood Pressure
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Liver Disease
- Heart Failure
- Drug Allergy
- Kidney Disease
- Depression
- Hyperthyroidism
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- Liver Disease
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
- Low Blood Pressure
- Kidney Disease
- Glaucoma
Frequently asked Questions about Concor Am
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Is this Concor Am habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Concor Am is addictive.
Concor Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Concor Am
Taking Concor Am with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Concor Am
Consuming Concor Am with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Frequently asked Questions about Concor Am
Question over 6 years ago
What is Concor Am?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Concor 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 6 years ago
Is Concor Am safe to use?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Yes, Concor Am is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Question almost 6 years ago
Can I take Concor Am along with ibuprofen?
Yes, Concor Am 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.
Question over 5 years ago
Can i take Concor Am with seafood ?
Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Concor Am has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Question about 6 years ago
Does Concor Am cause erectile dysfunction?
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine
Yes, Concor Am 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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