Dip A: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dip A Information

Dip A is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Dip A have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Dip A 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.

While these are the most often observed Dip A side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Dip A 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.

In addition, Dip A's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Dip A related warnings talks about Dip A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Dip A can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dip A in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dip A contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Dip A with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dip A is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Dip A Benefits & Uses

Dip A is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Dip A 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) Lisinopril ( 5 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) Lisinopril ( 5 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency may 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) Lisinopril ( 5 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency may increase as needed

Dip A Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dip A 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

Fatigue
Drowsiness
Flushing
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Weight gain
Cough
Weakness
Loss of consciousness
Double Vision
पेट की गैस
Dry Mouth
Diarrhoea

Dip A Related Warnings

Is the use of Dip A safe for pregnant women?

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

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Dip A. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Dip A on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Dip A on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Dip A on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Dip A on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Dip A on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Dip A on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Dip A with Other Drugs

Dip A 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

Aliskiren

Olmesartan,Amlodipine

Telmisartan,Amlodipine

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Codeine

Diclofenac

Dip A Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dip A 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 Dip A

Is this Dip A habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Dip A is addictive.

Dip A Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dip A

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

Information about the interaction of Dip A and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Dip A

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dip A cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Dip A 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 does Dip A work?

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

Dip A 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Dip A 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 over 5 years ago

Does Dip A cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Dip A 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dip A cause diabetes?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Dip A does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Dip A 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.