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

Amlan Information

Amlan, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Amlan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlan. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlan as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amlan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Amlan has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Amlan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amlan 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 Amlan since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Amlan contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Amlan with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amlan is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Amlan Benefits & Uses

Amlan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Amlan 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: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily

Amlan Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlan is used -

Moderate

Ankle Swelling
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema
Peripheral Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Fatigue
Drowsiness
Flushing
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
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Weight gain

Amlan Related Warnings

Is the use of Amlan safe for pregnant women?

Amlan shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Amlan safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Amlan for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amlan on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amlan. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amlan on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Amlan. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amlan on the Heart?

Amlan is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Amlan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Amlan Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Amlan

Is this Amlan habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Amlan has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Amlan since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Amlan only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Amlan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Amlan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amlan

There is no information on the effects of taking Amlan with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlan

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Amlan at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Amlan

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Amlan with telmisatan?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlan 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 Amlan and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question about 5 years ago

Can i take Amlan with seafood ?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlan has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Amlan cause stomach upset?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Amlan harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Amlan 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Amlan with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlan can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.