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Amlodus At is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The right dosage of Amlodus At depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Amlodus At include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Amlodus At side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amlodus At go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Amlodus At's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Amlodus At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amlodus At related warnings section.
Amlodus At can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amlodus At in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease. The section on Amlodus At contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Amlodus At with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Amlodus At, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amlodus At is used to treat the following -
Main 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlodus At is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amlodus At safe for pregnant women?
Amlodus AT can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Amlodus AT, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amlodus At safe during breastfeeding?
Amlodus AT may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Amlodus AT, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Amlodus AT.
What is the effect of Amlodus At on the Kidneys?
Amlodus AT rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlodus At on the Liver?
Amlodus AT 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.
What is the effect of Amlodus At on the Heart?
Amlodus AT can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Amlodus At should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlodus At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlodus At habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amlodus At.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amlodus At you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Amlodus At only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amlodus At cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amlodus At
Taking Amlodus At with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodus At
Consumption of alcohol and Amlodus At together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Amlodus AT 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.
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlodus AT has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Amlodus AT is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.
Amlodus AT is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, use of Amlodus AT has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience