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Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. The section on Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Exforge can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Exforge should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Exforge has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Exforge has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Exforge on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Exforge 5 Mg/160 Mg Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Exforge 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.
Yes, Exforge 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.
Yes, Exforge 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.
Exforge 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).
Exforge 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.
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