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Amsartan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Amsartan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Amsartan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Amsartan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Amsartan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amsartan is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Amsartan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amsartan related warnings section.
Amsartan 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. Other contraindications of Amsartan have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Amsartan with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Amsartan, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amsartan 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amsartan is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Amsartan safe for pregnant women?
Amsartan can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Amsartan safe during breastfeeding?
Amsartan has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Amsartan on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Amsartan on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amsartan on the Liver?
Amsartan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Amsartan on the Heart?
Amsartan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Amsartan 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 Amsartan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amsartan habit forming or addictive?
Amsartan does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Amsartan
Taking Amsartan with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amsartan
Taking Amsartan with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Amsartan can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.
Yes, Amsartan can be taken with viagra. No harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects such as low blood pressure after taking these two medicines together, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Amsartan 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.
Yes, Amsartan 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.
No, Amsartan does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Amsartan 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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