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

Lama Benefits & Uses

Lama is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Lama 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

Lama Related Warnings

Is the use of Lama safe for pregnant women?

Lama should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Lama safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Lama for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lama on the Kidneys?

Lama can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lama on the Liver?

Lama may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lama on the Heart?

You can take Lama without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lama with Other Drugs

Lama 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

Lama Contraindications

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

Is this Lama habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lama has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Lama since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lama is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Lama is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lama Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lama

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lama and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lama

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Lama at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Lama

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lama along with ibuprofen?

Yes, Lama 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Lama with sildenafil (viagra)?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lama 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Lama with telmisatan?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lama can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Lama and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question over 5 years ago

Is Lama harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Lama is not harmful to a kidney. However, it can cause some urinary problem such as urine retention and difficulty in passing urine. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above while taking this drug.