Protol Am: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Protol Am Information

Protol Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Protol Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Protol Am depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Protol Am include Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Protol Am as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Protol Am normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Protol Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Protol Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Protol Am related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Protol Am since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Protol Am contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Protol Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Protol Am, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Protol Am Benefits & Uses

Protol Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Protol 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

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

Protol Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Protol Am safe for pregnant women?

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

Side effects of Protol Am on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Protol Am on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Protol Am on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Protol Am on the Liver?

Protol Am may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Protol Am on the Heart?

Protol Am is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Protol Am with Other Drugs

Protol Am 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

Protol Am Contraindications

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

Is this Protol Am habit forming or addictive?

Protol Am does not cause addiction.

Protol Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Protol Am

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

Consumption of alcohol and Protol Am together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Protol Am

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Protol Am?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Protol Am 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 almost 6 years ago

How does Protol Am work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Protol 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 almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Protol Am?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Protol Am is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can i take Protol 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 Protol Am 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

Does Protol Am cause arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat)?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Protol 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.