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Etopress At, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
The correct dosage of Etopress At 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Etopress At also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Etopress At as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Etopress At are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Etopress At's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Etopress At related warnings talks about Etopress At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Etopress At since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Etopress At contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Etopress At may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Etopress At, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Etopress At is used to treat the following -
Main 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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Etopress At safe for pregnant women?
Etopress At can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Etopress At right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Etopress At safe during breastfeeding?
Etopress At may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Etopress At, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Etopress At.
What is the effect of Etopress At on the Kidneys?
Etopress At rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Etopress At on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Etopress At. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Etopress At on the Heart?
Etopress At can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Etopress At 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 Etopress At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etopress At habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Etopress At has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Etopress At. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Etopress At should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Etopress At is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etopress At
You can take Etopress At with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etopress At
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Etopress At as it can have severe side effects.
Etopress At 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).
Yes, Etopress At 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.
No, Etopress At does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Etopress At 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.
Etopress At comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
No, Etopress At 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Norvasc® (amlodipine besylate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 540, 549, 550
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Product Description [Internet]: NORVASC®. USFDA
Product Description [Internet]: TENORMIN®. USFDA