Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet 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.
While these are the most often observed Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Milopin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Milopin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Milopin will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Milopin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Milopin 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.
What is the effect of Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Milopin is completely safe for the heart.
Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet
Taking Milopin 2.5 Mg Tablet and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.
Milopin comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
No, Milopin 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.
Milopin 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).
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.
No, use of Milopin has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.
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