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Yugprol Am, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Yugprol Am have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Yugprol Am depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Yugprol Am also has some side effects, the most common being Slow heart rate (pulse). While these are the most often observed Yugprol Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Yugprol Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Yugprol Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Yugprol Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Yugprol 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 Yugprol Am since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Yugprol Am contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Yugprol Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Yugprol Am is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Yugprol 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Yugprol Am is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Yugprol Am safe for pregnant women?
Yugprol Am can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Yugprol Am safe during breastfeeding?
Yugprol Am has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Yugprol Am on the Kidneys?
Yugprol Am is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Yugprol Am on the Liver?
Yugprol Am may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Yugprol Am on the Heart?
Yugprol Am is rarely harmful for the heart.
Yugprol 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 Yugprol Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Yugprol Am habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Yugprol Am is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Yugprol Am
When consumed with certain foods, Yugprol Am may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Yugprol Am
Consumption of alcohol and Yugprol Am together may have severe effects on your health.
Yugprol 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).
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Yugprol Am has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Yugprol 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.
No, Yugprol Am is not harmful to a kidney. However, it can cause some urinary problem such as urine retention and difficulty in passing urine. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above while taking this drug.
Yes, Yugprol 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.
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