Velol AM 5 / 50 Tablet XL: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Velol Xl Am Information

Velol Xl Am is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Velol Xl Am have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Velol Xl Am. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Velol Xl Am include Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Velol Xl Am as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Velol Xl Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Velol Xl Am is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Velol Xl Am related warnings talks about Velol Xl Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Velol Xl Am 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 Velol Xl Am have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

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

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

Velol Xl Am Benefits & Uses

Velol Xl Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Velol Xl 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

Velol Xl Am Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Velol Xl 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)
पेट दर्द
Weight gain
Diarrhoea
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Insomnia

Common

Slow heart rate (pulse)

Velol Xl Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Velol Xl Am safe for pregnant women?

Velol Xl Am can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Velol Xl Am safe during breastfeeding?

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

Velol Xl Am is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Velol Xl Am on the Liver?

Side effects of Velol Xl Am rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Velol Xl Am on the Heart?

Velol Xl Am is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Velol Xl Am with Other Drugs

Velol Xl 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

Velol Xl Am Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Velol Xl 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 Velol Xl Am

Is this Velol Xl Am habit forming or addictive?

Velol Xl Am does not cause addiction.

Velol Xl Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Velol Xl Am

Velol Xl Am may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Velol Xl Am

Taking Velol Xl Am with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Velol Xl Am

Question over 5 years ago

Does Velol Xl Am cause diabetes?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Velol Xl Am does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Velol Xl 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Velol Xl Am work?

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

Velol Xl 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 over 5 years ago

Is Velol Xl Am harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Velol Xl Am is not harmful to a kidney. However, it can cause some urinary problem such as urine retention and difficulty in passing urine. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above while taking this drug.

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Velol Xl Am on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Velol Xl 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Velol Xl Am cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Velol Xl 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.