Tri Losacar is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP, High BP, Edema. Secondary and off-label uses of Tri Losacar have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Tri Losacar depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Tri Losacar have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Tri Losacar 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tri Losacar is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Tri Losacar related warnings talks about Tri Losacar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tri Losacar 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 contraindications of Tri Losacar have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Tri Losacar may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Tri Losacar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Tri Losacar 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tri Losacar is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Tri Losacar safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Tri Losacar in pregnant women.
Is the use of Tri Losacar safe during breastfeeding?
Tri Losacar does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Tri Losacar on the Kidneys?
Tri Losacar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tri Losacar on the Liver?
Tri Losacar is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tri Losacar on the Heart?
Tri Losacar is rarely harmful for the heart.
Tri Losacar 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 Tri Losacar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tri Losacar habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tri Losacar has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Tri Losacar
Tri Losacar may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tri Losacar
Taking Tri Losacar with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Tri Losacar 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.
Yes, Tri Losacar 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.
Tri Losacar is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Tri Losacar 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.
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.
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