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Amfirst is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Amfirst have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amfirst. 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.
Some other side effects of Amfirst have been listed ahead. These side effects of Amfirst 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 Amfirst has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amfirst has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amfirst related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Amfirst since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Amfirst have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Amfirst may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Amfirst, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Amfirst is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amfirst is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amfirst safe for pregnant women?
Amfirst shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Amfirst safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Amfirst in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Amfirst is unavailable.
What is the effect of Amfirst on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amfirst. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Amfirst on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Amfirst. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amfirst on the Heart?
Amfirst is completely safe for the heart.
Amfirst 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 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amfirst habit forming or addictive?
Amfirst is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Amfirst as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Amfirst only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amfirst is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amfirst
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Amfirst with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amfirst
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amfirst has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Amfirst 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, Amfirst 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.
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.
Amfirst 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience