Extel AM: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Extel AM Benefits & Uses

Extel AM is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Extel AM 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

Extel AM Related Warnings

Is the use of Extel AM safe for pregnant women?

Extel AM 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 Extel AM safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Extel AM as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Unknown
What is the effect of Extel AM on the Kidneys?

Extel AM does not damage the kidneys.

Moderate
What is the effect of Extel AM on the Liver?

Side effects of Extel AM rarely affect the liver.

Moderate
What is the effect of Extel AM on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Extel AM on the heart have been reported.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Extel AM with Other Drugs

Extel AM 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

Aliskiren

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Dextromethorphan

Guaifenesin

Mild

Amlodipine

Extel AM Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Extel AM

Is this Extel AM habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Extel AM.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Extel AM. So it is best to avoid driving.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Extel AM only on doctor's advice.

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

Extel AM is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Extel AM Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Extel AM

Extel AM may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Extel AM

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

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Extel AM

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Extel AM with sildenafil (viagra)?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Extel AM 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 over 5 years ago

Does Extel AM cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Extel AM can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Extel AM with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Extel AM can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Extel AM 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 over 5 years ago

Does Extel AM cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Extel AM 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.