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Alsartan Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Alsartan Am have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alsartan Am. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Alsartan Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Alsartan Am normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Alsartan Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Alsartan Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Alsartan Am is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Alsartan Am contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Alsartan Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Alsartan Am is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Alsartan Am 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Alsartan Am safe for pregnant women?
Alsartan AM has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Alsartan AM without medical advice.
Is the use of Alsartan Am safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Alsartan AM as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Alsartan Am on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Alsartan AM on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Alsartan Am on the Liver?
Alsartan AM may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Alsartan Am on the Heart?
Side effects of Alsartan AM rarely affect the heart.
Alsartan Am 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 Alsartan Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alsartan Am habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Alsartan Am is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Alsartan Am
When consumed with certain foods, Alsartan Am may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alsartan Am
Consuming Alsartan Am with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Alsartan AM is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, Alsartan AM 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.
No, Alsartan AM does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Alsartan 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.
Alsartan 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).
No, Alsartan AM is not harmful to a kidney. However, it can cause some urinary problem such as urine retention and difficulty in passing urine. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above while taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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