Metocard Am Information
Metocard Am is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Metocard Am have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Metocard Am 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Metocard Am also has some side effects, the most common being Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Metocard Am as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Metocard Am normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Metocard Am's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Metocard Am related warnings talks about Metocard Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Metocard Am since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Metocard Am have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Metocard Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Metocard Am is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Metocard Am Benefits & Uses
Metocard Am is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Metocard 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
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Metocard Am Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metocard Am is used -
Moderate
- Ankle Swelling
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Edema
- Peripheral Edema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Blurred vision
- Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
- Chest Pain
Mild
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Flushing
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
- Weight gain
- Diarrhoea
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Insomnia
Common
- Slow heart rate (pulse)
Metocard Am Related Warnings
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Is the use of Metocard Am safe for pregnant women?
Metocard Am shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
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Is the use of Metocard Am safe during breastfeeding?
Metocard Am has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Metocard Am on the Kidneys?
Metocard Am is not harmful for kidneys.
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What is the effect of Metocard Am on the Liver?
Metocard Am has very mild side effects on the liver.
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What is the effect of Metocard Am on the Heart?
Metocard Am is rarely harmful for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Metocard Am with Other Drugs
Metocard Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
- Mycoderm-C Dusting Powder Sandalwood Fragrance 100gm
- Abzorb Soap 100gm
- Abzorb Syndet Bar 100gm
- Abzorb Dusting Powder 100gm
Metocard Am Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metocard Am 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 Metocard Am
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Is this Metocard Am habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Metocard Am has not been reported.
Metocard Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Metocard Am
Taking Metocard Am with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Metocard Am
Taking Metocard Am with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Frequently asked Questions about Metocard Am
Question almost 6 years ago
Does Metocard Am cause erectile dysfunction?
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine
Yes, Metocard 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 6 years ago
Can I discontinue Metocard Am on my own without doctors advice?
Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician
No, Metocard Am 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 over 5 years ago
Can I take Metocard Am with sildenafil (viagra)?
Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Metocard 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 almost 6 years ago
Does Metocard Am cause edema?
Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Metocard Am can cause edema. It is the most common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to amlodipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of doctor because of alternate treatment are also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming high dose the chances of edema are high.
Question over 5 years ago
Can I take Metocard Am with telmisatan?
Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Metocard Am 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 Metocard Am and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
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