Esam Information
Esam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Esam has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Esam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Esam as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Esam 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.
It is also important to note that Esam has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Esam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Esam 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. Other contraindications of Esam have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Esam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Esam is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Esam Benefits & Uses
Esam is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Other Benefits
Esam 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
| 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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Esam Related Warnings
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Is the use of Esam safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Esam. If you are pregnant, do not take Esam without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Esam safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Esam in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Esam is unavailable.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Esam on the Kidneys?
Esam may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Esam on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Esam. 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.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Esam on the Heart?
You can take Esam without any fear of damage to the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Esam with Other Drugs
Esam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Esam Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Esam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Low Blood Pressure
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Liver Disease
- Heart Failure
- Drug Allergy
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Esam
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Is this Esam habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Esam is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Esam as it does not make you drowsy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Esam only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Esam for mental disorders.
No
Esam Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Esam
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Esam together with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Esam
Taking Esam and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Mild
Frequently asked Questions about Esam
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Esam with sildenafil (viagra)?
Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Esam can be taken with viagra. No harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects such as low blood pressure after taking these two medicines together, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Question about 6 years ago
How does Esam work?
Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology
Esam 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.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Esam along with ibuprofen?
Yes, Esam 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 about 5 years ago
Can i take Esam 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 Esam 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
What is Esam?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Esam 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).
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