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Amdepin At is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The correct dosage of Amdepin At depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 Amdepin At include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amdepin At can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amdepin At 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.
It is also important to note that Amdepin At has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amdepin At related warnings talks about Amdepin At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Amdepin At 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 Amdepin At contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Amdepin At have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Amdepin At, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amdepin At is used to treat the following -
Main 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Amdepin At safe for pregnant women?
Amdepin At may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Amdepin At, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Amdepin At safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Amdepin At. Immediately discontinue Amdepin At if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Amdepin At on the Kidneys?
Amdepin At has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amdepin At on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Amdepin At. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Amdepin At only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amdepin At on the Heart?
Amdepin At may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Amdepin At 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 Amdepin At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amdepin At habit forming or addictive?
Amdepin At does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Amdepin At. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amdepin At only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Amdepin At for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amdepin At
It is safe to take Amdepin At with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amdepin At
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Amdepin At as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Amdepin At can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.
No, Amdepin At does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Amdepin At 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.
Yes, Amdepin 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.
Amdepin At 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.
Yes, Amdepin At 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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