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Emadine is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Emadine has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Emadine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Emadine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Emadine 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Emadine is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Emadine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Emadine can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Emadine in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Emadine have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Emadine have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Emadine is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Emadine 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 Emadine is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Emadine safe for pregnant women?
Emadine can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Emadine safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Emadine on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Emadine will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Emadine on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Emadine. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Emadine on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Emadine. 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 Emadine on the Heart?
Using Emadine does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Emadine 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 Emadine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emadine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Emadine has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Emadine will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Emadine only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Emadine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emadine
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Emadine and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emadine
Taking Emadine and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Yes, Emadine can cause edema. It is the most common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to amlodipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of doctor because of alternate treatment are also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming high dose the chances of edema are high.
Emadine 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).
No, Emadine does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Emadine 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.
Yes, Emadine 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.
Emadine is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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