Camlo 2.5 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Camlo Information

Camlo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Camlo has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Camlo is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Camlo as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Camlo go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Camlo has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Camlo has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Camlo related warnings section.

Camlo can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Camlo in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Camlo contraindications section.

Additionally, Camlo may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Camlo is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Camlo Benefits & Uses

Camlo is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Camlo 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

Camlo Related Warnings

Is the use of Camlo safe for pregnant women?

Camlo shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Camlo safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Camlo on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Camlo on the Liver?

Camlo may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Camlo on the Heart?

Using Camlo does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Camlo with Other Drugs

Camlo 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

Camlo Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Camlo 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 Camlo

Is this Camlo habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Camlo is addictive.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Camlo only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Camlo is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Camlo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Camlo

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Camlo with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Camlo

Taking Camlo and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Camlo

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Camlo 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Camlo with telmisatan?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Camlo 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 Camlo and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Camlo on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Camlo 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 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Camlo?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Camlo 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Camlo cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Camlo 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.