Metograf AM 50 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Metograf AM 50 Tablet Information

Metograf AM 50 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Metograf AM 50 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metograf AM 50 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Metograf AM 50 Tablet include Slow heart rate (pulse). Some other side effects of Metograf AM 50 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Metograf AM 50 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Metograf AM 50 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Metograf AM 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Metograf AM 50 Tablet 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metograf AM 50 Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Metograf AM 50 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Metograf AM 50 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Metograf Am Benefits & Uses
Metograf Am Dosage & How to Take
Metograf Am Side Effects
Metograf Am Related Warnings
Metograf Am Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Metograf Am
Metograf Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Metograf AM 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Metograf AM 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Metograf AM 50 Tablet 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

Metograf AM 50 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metograf AM 50 Tablet 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)

Metograf AM 50 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Metograf AM 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Metograf Am. If you are pregnant, do not take Metograf Am without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Metograf AM 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Metograf Am as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Metograf AM 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Metograf Am is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Metograf AM 50 Tablet on the Liver?

Metograf Am is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Metograf AM 50 Tablet on the Heart?

Metograf Am has very mild side effects on the heart.

Metograf AM 50 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metograf AM 50 Tablet 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 Metograf AM 50 Tablet

Is this Metograf AM 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Metograf AM 50 Tablet is addictive.

Metograf AM 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metograf AM 50 Tablet

Some foods when eaten with Metograf AM 50 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metograf AM 50 Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Metograf AM 50 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Metograf AM 50 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Metograf Am cause arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat)?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Metograf Am causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Metograf Am harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Metograf Am 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 about 5 years ago

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

Question about 6 years ago

How does Metograf Am work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Metograf Am is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Metograf Am on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Metograf 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.