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Amlace is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Amlace also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Amlace is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Amlace have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Amlace go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Amlace has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amlace has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amlace related warnings section.
Amlace is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Amlace contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Amlace may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Amlace is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Amlace is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Amlace safe for pregnant women?
Amlace shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Amlace safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Amlace. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amlace on the Kidneys?
Amlace rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlace on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Amlace on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Amlace on the Heart?
Amlace may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Amlace 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 Amlace unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlace habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amlace has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Amlace
Taking Amlace with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlace
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amlace and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Amlace is a brand name of amlodipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blocker. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (high BP) and coronary artery disease. It is not recommended for heart failure. It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).
Yes, Amlace 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.
No, Amlace does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Amlace might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
No, use of Amlace has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.
No, Amlace 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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