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Amwel, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Amwel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amwel. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amwel as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amwel 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.
In addition, Amwel's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Amwel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amwel related warnings section.
Amwel can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amwel in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. The section on Amwel contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Amwel may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Amwel is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Amwel 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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Is the use of Amwel safe for pregnant women?
Amwel has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amwel without medical advice.
Is the use of Amwel safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Amwel for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Amwel on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Amwel. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amwel on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Amwel. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amwel on the Heart?
You can take Amwel without any fear of damage to the heart.
Amwel 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 Amwel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amwel habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amwel has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Amwel does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Amwel should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Amwel is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amwel
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Amwel, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amwel
Drinking alcohol while taking Amwel may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
No, Amwel 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.
Yes, Amwel 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.
Yes, Amwel 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.
Amwel 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.
No, use of Amwel has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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