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Contains / Salt: Amlodipine (2.5 mg)

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Espin Information

Espin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Espin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Espin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Espin have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Espin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Espin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Espin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Espin related warnings section.

Espin 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. The section on Espin contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Espin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Espin is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Espin Benefits & Uses

Espin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Espin 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

Espin Related Warnings

Is the use of Espin safe for pregnant women?

Espin 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 Espin safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Espin for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Espin on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Espin on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Espin on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Espin for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Espin with Other Drugs

Espin 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

Espin Contraindications

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

Is this Espin habit forming or addictive?

Espin is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Espin only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Espin for mental disorders.

No

Espin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Espin

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Espin together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Espin

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Espin are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Espin

Question over 5 years ago

Does Espin cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Espin 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Espin with sildenafil (viagra)?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Espin 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can i take Espin 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 Espin 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

What is Espin?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Espin is a brand name of amlodipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blocker. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (high BP) and coronary artery disease. It is not recommended for heart failure. It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Espin cause diabetes?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Espin does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Espin might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.