Amiford: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amiford Information

Amiford is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Depression are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Amiford have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Amiford is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Amiford have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Amiford normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amiford is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Amiford's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Amiford is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Arrhythmia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amiford are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Amiford may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Amiford Benefits & Uses

Amiford is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Depression

Other Benefits

Neuropathic Pain
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Fibromyalgia
Diabetic Neuropathy
Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)

Amiford 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
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Amiford Related Warnings

Is the use of Amiford safe for pregnant women?

Amiford should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Amiford safe during breastfeeding?

Amiford should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Amiford on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Amiford on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Amiford on the Liver?

Amiford may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Amiford on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Amiford. 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 Amiford with Other Drugs

Amiford should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Quinidine

Fluoxetine

Paroxetine

Fluvoxamine

Quinapril

Chlorpheniramine,Phenylephrine

Moderate

Cimetidine

Zolpidem

Amiford Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Heart Failure
Mania
Liver Disease
Arrhythmia
Heart Attack
Kidney Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Amiford

Is this Amiford habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Amiford. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Amiford. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Amiford should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Yes, this Amiford works for mental disorders.

Yes

Amiford Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amiford

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Amiford with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Amiford

Information about the interaction of Amiford and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amiford

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Amiford with fluoxetine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Taking Amiford with fluoxetine could increase the amount of serotonin in your body. This could lead to serious medical complications. Please consult your doctor before taking them together.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Amiford with diazepam?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Taking Amiford with diazepam can increase the risk of drowsiness and sleepiness. Breathing difficulties have also been reported. Hence, avoid using these two medicines together until and unless prescribed by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Amiford cause dry mouth?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Amiford can cause dry mouth. It is a common side effect of it. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, please consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amiford make you sleepy?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes, Amiford can induce sleepiness. Hence, you are recommended to avoid activities such as driving, and operating heavy machinery.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Amiford on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Amiford on your own can cause withdrawal symptoms. However, if you decide to stop it, then stop it slowly, and gradually. Do not stop suddenly. You are highly recommended to consult your doctor and check with him/her how to gradually decrease the dose, for example, 5mg of the dose is decreased every day when withdrawing this class of medicine. Do not decide the dose on your own seek medical help.