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Amitop Plus H, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression, Anxiety.
The right dosage of Amitop Plus H depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Common side effects of Amitop Plus H include Drowsiness, Dizziness, Bloating or fullness. While these are the most often observed Amitop Plus H side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amitop Plus H 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 Amitop Plus H has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Amitop Plus H's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amitop Plus H related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Suicidal Tendency must refrain from the use of Amitop Plus H since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Amitop Plus H have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Amitop Plus H may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amitop Plus H is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Amitop Plus H 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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Is the use of Amitop Plus H safe for pregnant women?
Amitop Plus H can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Amitop Plus H right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Amitop Plus H safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Amitop Plus H. If you see any side effects, stop taking Amitop Plus H immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Amitop Plus H again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amitop Plus H on the Kidneys?
Amitop Plus H has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amitop Plus H on the Liver?
Side effects of Amitop Plus H rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amitop Plus H on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Amitop Plus H on the heart have been reported.
Amitop Plus H should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amitop Plus H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amitop Plus H habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Amitop Plus H. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amitop Plus H you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amitop Plus H only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Amitop Plus H has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amitop Plus H
Taking Amitop Plus H with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amitop Plus H
Taking alcohol with Amitop Plus H can be dangerous.
Yes, Amitop Plus H can cause stomach upset. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Amitop Plus H can be taken for anxiety. However, you are recommended to seek medical advice and choose the right treatment for anxiety. Do not continue taking this medicine endlessly without doctor consultation.
Yes, Amitop Plus H can induce sleepiness. Hence, you are recommended to avoid activities such as driving, and operating heavy machinery.
Yes, Amitop Plus H can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking these two medicines together, please consult your doctor.
Discontinuing Amitop Plus H 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.
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