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Amlogard Met 5 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Amlogard Met 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 Amlogard Met 5 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Amlogard Met 5 Tablet include Slow heart rate (pulse). While these are the most often observed Amlogard Met 5 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amlogard Met 5 Tablet 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.
It is also important to note that Amlogard Met 5 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amlogard Met 5 Tablet related warnings talks about Amlogard Met 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Amlogard Met 5 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amlogard Met 5 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Amlogard Met 5 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Amlogard Met 5 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amlogard Met 5 Tablet 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 5 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amlogard Met 5 Tablet 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 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Amlogard Met on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Amlogard Met 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Amlogard Met is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlogard Met 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Amlogard Met rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amlogard Met 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Amlogard Met rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlogard Met 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlogard Met 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Amlogard Met 5 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Amlogard Met 5 Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Amlogard Met 5 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlogard Met 5 Tablet
Consuming Amlogard Met 5 Tablet 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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