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Amlocor is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Amlocor have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Amlocor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Amlocor have been listed ahead. These side effects of Amlocor 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.
It is also important to note that Amlocor has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amlocor related warnings talks about Amlocor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Amlocor 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amlocor are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Amlocor with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amlocor is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Amlocor is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Amlocor safe for pregnant women?
Amlocor shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Amlocor safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Amlocor in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Amlocor on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amlocor. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Amlocor on the Liver?
Amlocor may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amlocor on the Heart?
You can take Amlocor without any fear of damage to the heart.
Amlocor 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 Amlocor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlocor habit forming or addictive?
Amlocor is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Amlocor will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amlocor is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Amlocor for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amlocor
There is no information on the effects of taking Amlocor with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlocor
Taking Amlocor and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
No, Amlocor does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Amlocor might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
Amlocor 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, Amlocor 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.
Yes, Amlocor can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Amlocor and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
No, use of Amlocor has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.
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