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Ampine is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Ampine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Ampine 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ampine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ampine are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ampine has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ampine related warnings talks about Ampine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ampine can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ampine in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ampine are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Ampine have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Ampine is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Ampine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ampine is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ampine safe for pregnant women?
Ampine shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Ampine safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Ampine in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Ampine on the Kidneys?
Ampine can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Ampine on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ampine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ampine only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ampine on the Heart?
Ampine is not harmful for the heart.
Ampine 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 Ampine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ampine habit forming or addictive?
Ampine does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ampine will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Ampine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ampine is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ampine
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ampine, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ampine
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Yes, Ampine can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.
Yes, Ampine can be taken with viagra. No harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects such as low blood pressure after taking these two medicines together, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Ampine 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.
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.
Yes, Ampine 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.
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