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

Amlan S Benefits & Uses

Amlan S is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amlan S 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 S Related Warnings

Is the use of Amlan S safe for pregnant women?

Amlan S has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amlan S without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Amlan S safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Amlan S in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amlan S on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Amlan S. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amlan S on the Liver?

Amlan S may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amlan S on the Heart?

You can take Amlan S without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Amlan S with Other Drugs

Amlan S 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 S Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlan S 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 S

Is this Amlan S habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Amlan S has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Amlan S since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

No, the use of Amlan S in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Amlan S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amlan S

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Amlan S and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlan S

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Amlan S

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Amlan S work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Amlan S is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amlan S cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlan S can cause edema. It is the most common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to amlodipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of doctor because of alternate treatment are also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming high dose the chances of edema are high.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can i take Amlan S 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 S 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

What is Amlan S?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Amlan S 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).

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Amlan S with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlan S 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.