Amlosafe Ls Information
Amlosafe Ls is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Amlosafe Ls has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Amlosafe Ls depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Amlosafe Ls have been listed ahead. These side effects of Amlosafe Ls 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 Amlosafe Ls has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Amlosafe Ls's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amlosafe Ls related warnings section.
Amlosafe Ls 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. The section on Amlosafe Ls contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Amlosafe Ls may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amlosafe Ls is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Amlosafe Ls Benefits & Uses
Amlosafe Ls is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Amlosafe Ls 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) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Amlosafe Ls Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlosafe Ls is used -
Severe
- Increased Potassium level in Blood
Moderate
- Ankle Swelling
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Edema
- Peripheral Edema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Decreased blood pressure
- Erythema
Mild
Amlosafe Ls Related Warnings
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Is the use of Amlosafe Ls safe for pregnant women?
Amlosafe LS has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amlosafe LS without medical advice.
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Is the use of Amlosafe Ls safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Amlosafe LS may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Amlosafe LS should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
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What is the effect of Amlosafe Ls on the Kidneys?
Amlosafe LS rarely affects the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Amlosafe Ls on the Liver?
Amlosafe LS has very mild side effects on the liver.
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What is the effect of Amlosafe Ls on the Heart?
Amlosafe LS has very mild side effects on the heart.
Severe Interaction of Amlosafe Ls with Other Drugs
Amlosafe Ls should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
- Mycoderm-C Dusting Powder Sandalwood Fragrance 100gm
- Abzorb Soap 100gm
- Abzorb Syndet Bar 100gm
- Abzorb Dusting Powder 100gm
Amlosafe Ls Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlosafe Ls unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Low Blood Pressure
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Liver Disease
- Heart Failure
- Drug Allergy
- Kidney Disease
- Angioedema
- Allergy
- Diabetes
- Heart Failure
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Amlosafe Ls
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Is this Amlosafe Ls habit forming or addictive?
Amlosafe Ls does not cause addiction.
Amlosafe Ls Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Amlosafe Ls
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Amlosafe Ls to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Amlosafe Ls
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amlosafe Ls and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Frequently asked Questions about Amlosafe Ls
Question over 5 years ago
Does Amlosafe LS cause memory loss?
Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology
No, use of Amlosafe LS 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.
Question about 6 years ago
How to take [Mediciine]?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
Amlosafe LS 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.
Question almost 6 years ago
Does Amlosafe LS cause edema?
Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Amlosafe LS 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 about 5 years ago
Can i take Amlosafe LS with seafood ?
Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Amlosafe LS has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Amlosafe LS cause diabetes?
Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician
No, Amlosafe LS does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Amlosafe LS 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.
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