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Vinicor Am is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Vinicor Am have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Vinicor Am depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Vinicor Am are Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vinicor Am as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Vinicor Am normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Vinicor Am's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Vinicor Am related warnings talks about Vinicor Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Vinicor Am 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 contraindications of Vinicor Am have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Vinicor Am have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Vinicor Am is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Vinicor 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Vinicor Am safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Vinicor AM. If you are pregnant, do not take Vinicor AM without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Vinicor Am safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Vinicor AM on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Vinicor Am on the Kidneys?
Vinicor AM does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vinicor Am on the Liver?
Vinicor AM has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Vinicor Am on the Heart?
Side effects of Vinicor AM rarely affect the heart.
Vinicor 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 Vinicor Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vinicor Am habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Vinicor Am.
Interaction between Food and Vinicor Am
Taking Vinicor Am with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vinicor Am
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Vinicor Am as it can have severe side effects.
No, Vinicor AM does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Vinicor AM might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
Vinicor AM 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.
Yes, Vinicor AM is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, Vinicor AM does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.
Yes, Vinicor AM 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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