Amodep At is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amodep At. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Amodep At include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amodep At as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Amodep At are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Amodep At's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Amodep At has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amodep At related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Amodep At since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amodep At are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Amodep At with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Amodep At, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amodep At is used to treat the following -
Main 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amodep At is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amodep At safe for pregnant women?
Amodep AT may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Amodep AT again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amodep At safe during breastfeeding?
Amodep AT may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Amodep AT, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Amodep AT.
What is the effect of Amodep At on the Kidneys?
Amodep AT rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amodep At on the Liver?
Amodep AT may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amodep At on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Amodep AT. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Amodep At 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 Amodep At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amodep At habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amodep At.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amodep At you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amodep At is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amodep At is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amodep At
Taking Amodep At with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amodep At
Taking Amodep At with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Amodep AT 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, Amodep AT can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Amodep AT 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.
Yes, Amodep AT 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.
Amodep AT 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.
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