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Metofid Am, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Metofid Am has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metofid Am. 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.
Common side effects of Metofid Am include Slow heart rate (pulse). While these are the most often observed Metofid Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Metofid Am are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Metofid Am's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Metofid Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metofid Am related warnings section.
Metofid Am 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Metofid Am are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Metofid Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Metofid Am, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Metofid Am 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metofid Am is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metofid Am safe for pregnant women?
Metofid AM has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Metofid AM without medical advice.
Is the use of Metofid Am safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Metofid AM on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Metofid Am on the Kidneys?
Metofid AM is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Metofid Am on the Liver?
Metofid AM has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Metofid Am on the Heart?
Metofid AM has very mild side effects on the heart.
Metofid Am 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 Metofid Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metofid Am habit forming or addictive?
Metofid Am does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Metofid Am
When consumed with certain foods, Metofid Am may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metofid Am
Taking Metofid Am with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Metofid AM 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.
No, Metofid AM should not be discontinued on your own. Discontinuation of a drug on your own can cause some serious problem such as blood pressure or chest pain which lead to heart attack and stroke. So before stopping this medicine, you must consult your doctor, he/she may switch your treatment if you can not tolerate this drug.
No, Metofid AM does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Metofid AM 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.
Yes, Metofid AM 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.
Metofid AM 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience