Sitelol Am: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Sitelol Am Information

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

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sitelol 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.

The most common side effects of Sitelol Am are Slow heart rate (pulse). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sitelol Am can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Sitelol Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Sitelol Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Sitelol Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Sitelol Am can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sitelol Am in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. The section on Sitelol Am contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Sitelol Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Sitelol Am, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Sitelol Am Benefits & Uses

Sitelol Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Sitelol Am 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 50 mg metoprolol
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: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 50 mg metoprolol

Sitelol Am Side Effects

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

Moderate

Ankle Swelling
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema
Peripheral Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Blurred vision
Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Chest Pain

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
Diarrhoea
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Insomnia

Common

Slow heart rate (pulse)

Sitelol Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Sitelol Am safe for pregnant women?

Sitelol AM should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Sitelol Am safe during breastfeeding?

Sitelol AM has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sitelol Am on the Kidneys?

Sitelol AM does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sitelol Am on the Liver?

Sitelol AM may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Sitelol Am on the Heart?

Sitelol AM may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Sitelol Am with Other Drugs

Sitelol Am 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

Sitelol Am Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hyperthyroidism
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Diabetes
Asthma
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Sitelol Am

Is this Sitelol Am habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Sitelol Am is addictive.

Sitelol Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sitelol Am

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

Consuming Sitelol Am with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Frequently asked Questions about Sitelol Am

Question about 6 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Sitelol AM 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 about 6 years ago

How does Sitelol AM work?

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

Sitelol AM 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 5 years ago

Can I take Sitelol AM with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sitelol AM 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Sitelol AM cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sitelol AM 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.