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

Ziram Am Information

Ziram Am is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Other than this, Ziram 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 Ziram 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.

The side effects typically associated with Ziram Am include Confusion. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ziram Am as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ziram Am go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ziram Am is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ziram Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Ziram 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ziram Am contraindications section.

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

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

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

Ziram Am Benefits & Uses

Ziram Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Ziram 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: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Ramipril (10 mg)/Tablet
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) Ramipril (10 mg)/Tablet

Ziram Am Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ziram Am 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)
पेट दर्द
Weight gain
Cough
Weakness
Vertigo
Tremor
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Dry Mouth

Common

Confusion

Ziram Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Ziram Am safe for pregnant women?

Ziram 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 Ziram Am safe during breastfeeding?

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

Ziram Am rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ziram Am on the Liver?

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

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

Severe Interaction of Ziram Am with Other Drugs

Ziram 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

Aliskiren

Allopurinol

Amiloride

Amlodipine,Valsartan

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Amitriptyline

Ziram Am Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Ziram Am

Is this Ziram Am habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ziram Am has not been reported.

Ziram Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ziram Am

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

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ziram Am with alcohol.

Frequently asked Questions about Ziram Am

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Ziram Am with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ziram 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 about 5 years ago

Can i take Ziram Am with seafood ?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Ziram Am has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Ziram Am cause arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat)?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Ziram Am causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Ziram Am harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Ziram 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

What is Ziram Am?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Ziram Am 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).