Amlodac At, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High BP, Angina are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Amlodac At 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.
Amlodac At also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlodac At as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amlodac At are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Amlodac At's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amlodac At related warnings talks about Amlodac At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Amlodac 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amlodac At are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Amlodac At may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amlodac At is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Amlodac 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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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlodac At is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amlodac At safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Amlodac AT. It is best to stop taking Amlodac AT immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Amlodac At safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Amlodac AT. If you see any side effects, stop taking Amlodac AT immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Amlodac AT again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amlodac At on the Kidneys?
Amlodac AT may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlodac At on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Amlodac AT. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Amlodac AT only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amlodac At on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Amlodac AT. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Amlodac 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 Amlodac At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlodac At habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amlodac At.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Amlodac At as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amlodac At is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amlodac At is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amlodac At
Taking Amlodac At with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodac At
Consumption of alcohol and Amlodac At together may have severe effects on your health.
Rarely, Amlodac 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.
Amlodac AT 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.
No, use of Amlodac AT 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.
No, Amlodac AT should not be discontinued on your own. Discontinuation of a drug on your own can cause some serious problem such as blood pressure or chest pain which lead to heart attack and stroke. So before stopping this medicine, you must consult your doctor, he/she may switch your treatment if you can not tolerate this drug.
Amlodac 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
