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Amfirst AT is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. High BP, Angina are some of its major therapeutic uses.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amfirst AT. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Amfirst AT also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Some other side effects of Amfirst AT have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Amfirst AT are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Amfirst AT has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amfirst AT's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Amfirst AT since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amfirst AT are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Amfirst AT with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Amfirst AT, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amfirst 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Amfirst AT safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Amfirst AT. It is best to stop taking Amfirst AT immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Amfirst AT safe during breastfeeding?
Amfirst AT can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Amfirst AT on the Kidneys?
Amfirst AT rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amfirst AT on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Amfirst AT. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amfirst AT on the Heart?
Amfirst AT can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Amfirst 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 Amfirst AT unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amfirst AT habit forming or addictive?
Amfirst AT does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Amfirst AT as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amfirst AT is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amfirst AT is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amfirst AT
You can take Amfirst AT with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amfirst AT
Taking Amfirst AT with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Amfirst AT 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.
Yes, Amfirst AT does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.
Amfirst AT is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.
Rarely, Amfirst 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.
Amfirst 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.
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