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Acord A Information

Acord A, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.

The optimal dosage of Acord A is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Acord A include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Acord A side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Acord A go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Acord A's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Acord A related warnings talks about Acord A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Acord A is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Acord A contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Acord A have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Acord A is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Acord A Benefits & Uses
Acord A Dosage & How to Take
Acord A Side Effects
Acord A Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Acord A with Other Drugs
Acord A Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Acord A
Acord A Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Acord A Benefits & Uses

Acord A is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Acord A 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Atenolol (25 mg)/tablet
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Atenolol (25- 50 mg)/tablet
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Atenolol (25 mg)/tablet

Acord A Related Warnings

Is the use of Acord A safe for pregnant women?

Acord A can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Acord A right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Acord A safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Acord A. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Acord A on the Kidneys?

Acord A rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Acord A on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Acord A. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

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

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Acord A. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Acord A with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Ampicillin

Clonidine

Moderate

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Acord A Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acord A unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Acord A

Is this Acord A habit forming or addictive?

Acord A does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Acord A as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Acord A only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Acord A is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Acord A Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Acord A

It is safe to take Acord A with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Acord A

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Acord A as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Acord A

Question over 5 years ago

Does Acord A cause diabetes?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Acord A does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Acord A 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Acord A on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Acord A should not be discontinued on your own. Discontinuation of a drug on your own can cause some serious problem such as blood pressure or chest pain which lead to heart attack and stroke. So before stopping this medicine, you must consult your doctor, he/she may switch your treatment if you can not tolerate this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Acord A with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Acord A can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-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 5 years ago

Can i take Acord A 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 Acord A has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.