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Met Stamlo Active Information

Met Stamlo Active is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Met Stamlo Active have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Met Stamlo Active depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Met Stamlo Active also has some side effects, the most common being Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Met Stamlo Active as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Met Stamlo Active go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Met Stamlo Active has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Met Stamlo Active related warnings talks about Met Stamlo Active's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Met Stamlo Active 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Met Stamlo Active are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Met Stamlo Active have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Met Stamlo Active is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Met Stamlo Active Benefits & Uses
Met Stamlo Active Dosage & How to Take
Met Stamlo Active Side Effects
Met Stamlo Active Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Met Stamlo Active with Other Drugs
Met Stamlo Active Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Met Stamlo Active
Met Stamlo Active Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Met Stamlo Active Benefits & Uses

Met Stamlo Active is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Met Stamlo Active 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 50 mg metoprolol
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 50 mg metoprolol

Met Stamlo Active Related Warnings

Is the use of Met Stamlo Active safe for pregnant women?

Met Stamlo Active should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Met Stamlo Active safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Met Stamlo Active on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Met Stamlo Active on the Kidneys?

Using Met Stamlo Active does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Met Stamlo Active on the Liver?

Met Stamlo Active is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Met Stamlo Active on the Heart?

Side effects of Met Stamlo Active rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Met Stamlo Active with Other Drugs

Met Stamlo Active 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

Met Stamlo Active Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hyperthyroidism
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Diabetes
Asthma
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Met Stamlo Active

Is this Met Stamlo Active habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Met Stamlo Active is addictive.

Met Stamlo Active Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Met Stamlo Active

Taking Met Stamlo Active with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Met Stamlo Active

Taking Met Stamlo Active with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Met Stamlo Active

Question over 5 years ago

Is Met Stamlo Active harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Met Stamlo Active 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Met Stamlo Active cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Met Stamlo Active 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 almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Met Stamlo Active on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Met Stamlo Active 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Met Stamlo Active?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Met Stamlo Active 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Met Stamlo Active with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Met Stamlo Active 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.