Amcard At: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amcard At Information

Amcard At is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amcard At. 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.

Common side effects of Amcard At include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amcard At can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Amcard At are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Amcard At has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amcard At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Amcard At can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amcard At in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Amcard At have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Amcard At may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Amcard At Benefits & Uses

Amcard At is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Amcard At 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

Amcard At Related Warnings

Is the use of Amcard At safe for pregnant women?

Amcard At may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Amcard At, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Amcard At safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Amcard At. Immediately discontinue Amcard At if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amcard At on the Kidneys?

Amcard At rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Amcard At on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Amcard At. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amcard At on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Amcard At. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Amcard At with Other Drugs

Amcard At 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

Amcard At Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Amcard At

Is this Amcard At habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Amcard At is addictive.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Amcard At should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Amcard At is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Amcard At Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amcard At

Taking Amcard At with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amcard At

Taking Amcard At with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Amcard At

Question almost 5 years ago

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Amcard At with telmisatan?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amcard At can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Amcard At and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Amcard At cause stomach upset?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Amcard At with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amcard At 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 about 5 years ago

Does Amcard At cause arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat)?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Amcard At 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.