Amlogard Met is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Amlogard Met have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Amlogard Met depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Amlogard Met include Slow heart rate (pulse). Some other side effects of Amlogard Met have been listed ahead. These side effects of Amlogard Met are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amlogard Met is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Amlogard Met's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Amlogard Met since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amlogard Met are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Amlogard Met may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amlogard Met is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Amlogard Met is used to treat the following -
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlogard Met is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amlogard Met safe for pregnant women?
Amlogard Met can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Amlogard Met safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Amlogard Met on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Amlogard Met on the Kidneys?
Amlogard Met is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlogard Met on the Liver?
Side effects of Amlogard Met rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amlogard Met on the Heart?
Side effects of Amlogard Met rarely affect the heart.
Amlogard Met 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 Amlogard Met unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlogard Met habit forming or addictive?
Amlogard Met does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Amlogard Met
Some foods when eaten with Amlogard Met can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlogard Met
Consuming Amlogard Met with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlogard Met has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Amlogard Met 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.
Yes, Amlogard Met 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.
Rarely, Amlogard Met 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.
No, Amlogard Met 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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