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

Zivast Am Information

Zivast Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Zivast Am have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Zivast 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Zivast Am include Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea, Increased Glucose level in the blood. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zivast Am can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Zivast Am normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Zivast Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zivast Am related warnings talks about Zivast Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Zivast Am can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zivast Am in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Zivast Am are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Zivast Am have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zivast Am is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Zivast Am Benefits & Uses

Zivast Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Coronary Artery Disease
High Lipoprotein
Angina

Zivast 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: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg atorvastatin
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg atorvastatin

Zivast Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Zivast Am safe for pregnant women?

Zivast Am has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Zivast Am without medical advice.
Is the use of Zivast Am safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Zivast Am for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zivast Am on the Kidneys?

Zivast Am may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zivast Am on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Zivast Am. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Zivast Am only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zivast Am on the Heart?

Side effects of Zivast Am rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Zivast Am with Other Drugs

Zivast 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

Cyclosporin

Gemfibrozil

Itraconazole

Ritonavir

Digoxin

Moderate

Zivast Am Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zivast Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Zivast Am

Is this Zivast Am habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Zivast Am is addictive.

Zivast Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zivast Am

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Zivast Am to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zivast Am

Taking alcohol with Zivast Am can be dangerous.

Frequently asked Questions about Zivast Am

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zivast Am along with ibuprofen?

Yes, Zivast Am can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Zivast Am on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Zivast Am 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zivast Am cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zivast Am 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zivast Am harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Zivast 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Zivast 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.