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Targit Am is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Targit Am have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Targit Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Targit Am also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations (fluttering in chest). While these are the most often observed Targit Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Targit Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Targit Am's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Targit Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Angioedema must refrain from the use of Targit Am since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Targit Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Targit Am is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Targit Am is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Targit Am safe for pregnant women?
Targit AM shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Targit Am safe during breastfeeding?
Targit AM should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Targit Am on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Targit AM. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Targit Am on the Liver?
Targit AM 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 Targit Am on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Targit AM. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Targit Am 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 Targit Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Targit Am habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Targit Am has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Targit Am can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Targit Am is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Targit Am for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Targit Am
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Targit Am, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Targit Am
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Targit Am and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Targit AM causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Targit AM therapy.
Targit AM can be taken as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not discontinue taking it even when you start feeling well. In addition, you must not take it more frequently as that can have adverse effects. Follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
No, Targit AM doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Targit AM, please talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Targit AM is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
Targit AM is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Targit AM might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Targit AM exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
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