Lopin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lopin Information

Lopin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Other than this, Lopin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lopin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lopin as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lopin 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 Lopin is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Lopin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lopin related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Lopin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lopin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lopin is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Lopin Benefits & Uses

Lopin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Lopin 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
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 10 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage can be given up to 5 mg once daily

Lopin Side Effects

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

Moderate

Ankle Swelling
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema
Peripheral Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Fatigue
Drowsiness
Flushing
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
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Weight gain

Lopin Related Warnings

Is the use of Lopin safe for pregnant women?

Lopin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Lopin safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Lopin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Lopin will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Lopin on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Lopin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lopin on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Lopin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Lopin only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lopin on the Heart?

Using Lopin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lopin with Other Drugs

Lopin 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

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Lopin Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Lopin

Is this Lopin habit forming or addictive?

Lopin does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Lopin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lopin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Lopin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lopin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lopin

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Lopin together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lopin

Drinking alcohol while taking Lopin may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Lopin

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Lopin along with ibuprofen?

Yes, Lopin 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Lopin?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Lopin is a brand name of amlodipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blocker. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (high BP) and coronary artery disease. It is not recommended for heart failure. It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Lopin cause stomach upset?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Lopin work?

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

Lopin 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 almost 6 years ago

Does Lopin cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lopin 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.