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Amtas At is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP, Angina.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amtas At. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Amtas At are Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. Some other side effects of Amtas At have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Amtas At are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Amtas At has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amtas At has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amtas At related warnings section.
Amtas At is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amtas At are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Amtas At with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amtas At is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Amtas At is used to treat the following -
Main 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Amtas At safe for pregnant women?
Amtas At may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Amtas At again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amtas At safe during breastfeeding?
Amtas At may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Amtas At, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Amtas At.
What is the effect of Amtas At on the Kidneys?
Amtas At rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amtas At on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Amtas At. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Amtas At only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amtas At on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Amtas At. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Amtas At 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 Amtas At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amtas At habit forming or addictive?
Amtas At is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Amtas At. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Amtas At only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amtas At is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amtas At
Taking Amtas At with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amtas At
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Amtas At as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Amtas At is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, Amtas At 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.
Rarely, Amtas At 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.
No, Amtas At 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, Amtas At does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Amtas At 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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