Amlopin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amlopin Information

Amlopin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Amlopin have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlopin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amlopin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amlopin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Amlopin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amlopin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Amlopin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amlopin in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. The section on Amlopin contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Amlopin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Amlopin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Amlopin Benefits & Uses
Amlopin Dosage & How to Take
Amlopin Side Effects
Amlopin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Amlopin with Other Drugs
Amlopin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Amlopin
Amlopin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Amlopin Benefits & Uses

Amlopin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Amlopin Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily

Amlopin Related Warnings

Is the use of Amlopin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amlopin. If you are pregnant, do not take Amlopin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Amlopin safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Amlopin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Amlopin will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amlopin on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Amlopin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amlopin on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Amlopin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Amlopin only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Amlopin on the Heart?

Amlopin is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Amlopin with Other Drugs

Amlopin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Amlopin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlopin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Amlopin

Is this Amlopin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Amlopin.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Amlopin since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Amlopin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Amlopin for mental disorders.

No

Amlopin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amlopin

There is no information on the effects of taking Amlopin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlopin

Drinking alcohol while taking Amlopin may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Amlopin

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Amlopin work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Amlopin 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Amlopin cause stomach upset?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Amlopin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Amlopin should not be discontinued on your own. Discontinuation of a drug on your own can cause some serious problem such as blood pressure or chest pain which lead to heart attack and stroke. So before stopping this medicine, you must consult your doctor, he/she may switch your treatment if you can not tolerate this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can i take Amlopin with seafood ?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlopin has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Amlopin along with ibuprofen?

Yes, Amlopin 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.