Amlo L: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amlo L Information

Amlo L is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Amlo L has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlo L. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlo L as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Amlo L are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Amlo L has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amlo L has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amlo L related warnings section.

Amlo L can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amlo L in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amlo L contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Amlo L with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Amlo L is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Amlo L Benefits & Uses

Amlo L is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Amlo L 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Lisinopril ( 5 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Lisinopril ( 5 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency may increase as needed
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Lisinopril ( 5 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency may increase as needed

Amlo L Side Effects

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

Severe

Increased Potassium level in Blood

Moderate

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

Mild

Fatigue
Drowsiness
Flushing
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Weight gain
Cough
Weakness
Loss of consciousness
Double Vision
पेट की गैस
Dry Mouth
Diarrhoea

Amlo L Related Warnings

Is the use of Amlo L safe for pregnant women?

Amlo L has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amlo L without medical advice.
Is the use of Amlo L safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Amlo L. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Amlo L on the Kidneys?

Amlo L rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlo L on the Liver?

Side effects of Amlo L rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amlo L on the Heart?

Side effects of Amlo L rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Amlo L with Other Drugs

Amlo L 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

Aliskiren

Olmesartan,Amlodipine

Telmisartan,Amlodipine

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Codeine

Diclofenac

Amlo L Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Amlo L

Is this Amlo L habit forming or addictive?

Amlo L is not addictive in nature.

Amlo L Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amlo L

Taking Amlo L with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlo L

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amlo L and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Amlo L

Question about 5 years ago

Can i take Amlo L 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 Amlo L has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Amlo L work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Amlo L 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 Amlo L cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amlo L 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Amlo L on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Amlo L 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Amlo L 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.