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

Zortan Am Information

Zortan Am is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Zortan Am has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Zortan Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Zortan Am have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Zortan Am go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zortan Am is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zortan Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zortan Am related warnings section.

Zortan 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. The section on Zortan Am contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

You should also be aware that Zortan Am is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Zortan Am Benefits & Uses

Zortan Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Zortan 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency my increase as needed
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency my increase as needed

Zortan Am Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zortan Am is used -

Moderate

Ankle Swelling
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema
Peripheral Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Blurred vision
Confusion
Difficulty breathing
Irregular heartbeat
Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)

Mild

Fatigue
Drowsiness
Flushing
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Weight gain
Weakness
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Infection
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Nasal congestion
पेट की गैस
Loss of appetite
Dry Mouth

Zortan Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Zortan Am safe for pregnant women?

Zortan 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 Zortan Am safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Zortan Am on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Zortan Am on the Kidneys?

Zortan Am does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zortan Am on the Liver?

Side effects of Zortan Am rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Zortan Am on the Heart?

Zortan Am is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Zortan Am with Other Drugs

Zortan 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

Amiloride

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Acarbose

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Aspirin

Codeine

Ibuprofen

Zortan Am Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hyperkalemia
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Zortan Am

Is this Zortan Am habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Zortan Am.

Zortan Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zortan Am

Zortan Am may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zortan Am

Consuming Zortan Am with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Frequently asked Questions about Zortan Am

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zortan Am with telmisatan?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zortan Am can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Zortan Am and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Zortan Am cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zortan 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

Does Zortan Am cause arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat)?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Zortan Am causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Zortan Am?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Zortan Am is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zortan Am cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Zortan Am has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.