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Amlopen At, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The correct dosage of Amlopen At 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Amlopen At are Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Amlopen At side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Amlopen At normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amlopen At is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Amlopen At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amlopen At related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Amlopen At since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Amlopen At contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Amlopen At with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amlopen At is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Amlopen 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 Amlopen At is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amlopen At safe for pregnant women?
Amlopen AT may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Amlopen AT, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Amlopen At safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Amlopen AT. If you see any side effects, stop taking Amlopen AT immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Amlopen AT again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amlopen At on the Kidneys?
Amlopen AT has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlopen At on the Liver?
Amlopen AT can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Amlopen At on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Amlopen AT. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Amlopen 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 Amlopen At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlopen At habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amlopen At has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amlopen At, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amlopen At can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Amlopen At is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Amlopen At in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Amlopen At
You can take Amlopen At with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlopen At
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Amlopen At as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlopen AT has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Amlopen AT 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, Amlopen AT 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.
Yes, Amlopen AT can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Amlopen AT and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Yes, Amlopen AT 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.
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