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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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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.
No, Amfirst 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.
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.
Amfirst is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.
Yes, Amfirst can be taken with viagra. No harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects such as low blood pressure after taking these two medicines together, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Amfirst 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 Amfirst and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norvasc® (amlodipine besylate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 540, 549, 550
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 147-148
