Met Stamlo Capsule ER, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Other than this, Met Stamlo Capsule ER has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Met Stamlo Capsule ER. 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.
The most common side effects of Met Stamlo Capsule ER are Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Met Stamlo Capsule ER as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Met Stamlo Capsule ER are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Met Stamlo Capsule ER has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Met Stamlo Capsule ER's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Met Stamlo Capsule ER related warnings section.
Met Stamlo Capsule ER 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 Met Stamlo Capsule ER contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Met Stamlo Capsule ER have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Met Stamlo Capsule ER is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Met Stamlo Capsule ER 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Met Stamlo Capsule ER is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Met Stamlo Capsule ER safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Met Stamlo. If you are pregnant, do not take Met Stamlo without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Met Stamlo Capsule ER safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Met Stamlo on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Met Stamlo Capsule ER on the Kidneys?
Met Stamlo is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Met Stamlo Capsule ER on the Liver?
Met Stamlo has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Met Stamlo Capsule ER on the Heart?
Met Stamlo is rarely harmful for the heart.
Met Stamlo Capsule ER 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 Met Stamlo Capsule ER unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Met Stamlo Capsule ER habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Met Stamlo Capsule ER.
Interaction between Food and Met Stamlo Capsule ER
When consumed with certain foods, Met Stamlo Capsule ER may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Met Stamlo Capsule ER
Taking Met Stamlo Capsule ER with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Met Stamlo 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.
Met Stamlo 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.
Met Stamlo 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).
Rarely, Met Stamlo 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.
Met Stamlo 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.
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