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Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet are Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations (fluttering in chest). While these are the most often observed Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet 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 Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet related warnings section.
Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Angioedema are examples of such conditions.
Drug interactions for Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Amlosafe TM should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Amlosafe TM should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amlosafe TM. 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 Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet on the Liver?
Amlosafe TM 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 Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Amlosafe TM. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet 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 Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amlosafe TM 80 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Amlosafe TM doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Amlosafe TM, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Yes, it is safe to take Amlosafe TM as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like back pain, sinusitis, and diaarhea.
No, Amlosafe TM is not bad for kidneys. In fact, it protects the kidneys, thus, it is suitable for people with diabetes and mild-to-moderate kidney disease.
Amlosafe TM is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Amlosafe TM might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Amlosafe TM exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Yes, Amlosafe TM causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
This medicine data has been created by -
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