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Amlan 10 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Amlan 10 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Amlan 10 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Amlan 10 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Amlan 10 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Amlan 10 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amlan 10 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amlan 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Amlan 10 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amlan 10 Tablet in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amlan 10 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Amlan 10 Tablet 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 Amlan 10 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Amlan 10 Tablet 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 Amlan 10 Tablet 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.
Is the use of Amlan 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Amlan for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Amlan 10 Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Amlan 10 Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Amlan 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Amlan is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlan 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlan 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amlan 10 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Amlan 10 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amlan 10 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amlan 10 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amlan 10 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Amlan 10 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlan 10 Tablet
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Amlan 10 Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
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).
No, Amlan does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Amlan 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.
Rarely, Amlan causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Amlan can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Amlan comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
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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
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