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Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet are Decreased blood pressure, Cough, Weakness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet 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. The section on Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg 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 Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Coversyl AM can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Coversyl AM 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 Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Coversyl AM may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Coversyl AM rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Coversyl AM on the heart have been reported.
Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet
Taking Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet
Information about the interaction of Coversyl AM 5 Mg/4 Mg Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Coversyl AM 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.
Coversyl AM 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.
No, Coversyl AM does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Coversyl AM 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, Coversyl AM 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.
Coversyl AM 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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