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Amodep is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Amodep also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amodep. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Amodep side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amodep go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Amodep's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Amodep's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amodep related warnings section.
Amodep 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amodep are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Amodep with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amodep is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Amodep 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amodep is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amodep safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amodep. If you are pregnant, do not take Amodep without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amodep safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Amodep in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Amodep is unavailable.
What is the effect of Amodep on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amodep. 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 Amodep on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Amodep. 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 Amodep on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Amodep for the heart.
Amodep 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 Amodep unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amodep habit forming or addictive?
Amodep is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Amodep since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Amodep should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Amodep for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amodep
There is no information on the effects of taking Amodep with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amodep
Drinking alcohol while taking Amodep may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
Amodep is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Amodep 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.
Amodep 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.
Amodep 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, Amodep 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
5 Years of Experience
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