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A 1 Benefits & Uses

A 1 is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

A 1 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	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily

A 1 Related Warnings

Is the use of A 1 safe for pregnant women?

A 1 has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume A 1 without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of A 1 safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of A 1 in breastfeeding women, information on safety of A 1 is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of A 1 on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking A 1. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of A 1 on the Liver?

A 1 can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of A 1 on the Heart?

Using A 1 does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of A 1 with Other Drugs

A 1 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

A 1 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take A 1 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 A 1

Is this A 1 habit forming or addictive?

A 1 is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

A 1 does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, A 1 is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, A 1 cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

A 1 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and A 1

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking A 1 together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and A 1

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking A 1 are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about A 1

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take A 1 along with ibuprofen?

Yes, A 1 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 almost 6 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

A 1 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does A 1 cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, A 1 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take A 1?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

A 1 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is A 1 safe to use?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, A 1 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.