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Amlo 5 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Amlo 5 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlo 5 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlo 5 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Amlo 5 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Amlo 5 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Amlo 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Amlo 5 Tablet 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. Other contraindications of Amlo 5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Amlo 5 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amlo 5 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Amlo 5 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 Amlo 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Amlo has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amlo without medical advice.
Is the use of Amlo 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Amlo for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Amlo 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Amlo. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amlo 5 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Amlo. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amlo 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Amlo is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlo 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlo 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amlo 5 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Amlo 5 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amlo 5 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amlo 5 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amlo 5 Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Amlo 5 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlo 5 Tablet
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.
Yes, Amlo 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.
No, Amlo 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.
Amlo 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.
Amlo 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.
Yes, Amlo is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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