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

Covamlo Information

Covamlo, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Covamlo also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Covamlo. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Covamlo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Covamlo normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Covamlo's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Covamlo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Covamlo related warnings section.

Covamlo is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Covamlo are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Covamlo, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Covamlo Benefits & Uses

Covamlo is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Covamlo 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency my increase as needed
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency my increase as needed

Covamlo Related Warnings

Is the use of Covamlo safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Covamlo. If you are pregnant, do not take Covamlo without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Covamlo safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Covamlo as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Covamlo on the Kidneys?

Covamlo is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Covamlo on the Liver?

Side effects of Covamlo rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Covamlo on the Heart?

Covamlo is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Covamlo with Other Drugs

Covamlo 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

Amiloride

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Acarbose

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Aspirin

Codeine

Ibuprofen

Covamlo Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Covamlo

Is this Covamlo habit forming or addictive?

Covamlo is not addictive in nature.

Covamlo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Covamlo

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Covamlo to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Covamlo

Consumption of alcohol and Covamlo together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Covamlo

Question about 5 years ago

Does Covamlo cause arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat)?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Covamlo causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can i take Covamlo 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 Covamlo has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Covamlo on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Covamlo 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 Covamlo?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Covamlo 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 Covamlo cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Covamlo 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.