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

Zilos Am Information

Zilos Am is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Zilos Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Zilos Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Zilos Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Zilos 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 Zilos Am is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Zilos Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Zilos Am since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zilos Am contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Zilos Am with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Zilos Am Benefits & Uses

Zilos Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Zilos 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	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) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet
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) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency my increase as needed
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) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency my increase as needed

Zilos Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Zilos Am safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Zilos Am. If you are pregnant, do not take Zilos Am without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zilos Am safe during breastfeeding?

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

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

Very few cases of side effects of Zilos Am on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zilos Am on the Heart?

Side effects of Zilos Am rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Zilos Am with Other Drugs

Zilos 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

Amiloride

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Acarbose

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Aspirin

Codeine

Ibuprofen

Zilos Am Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Zilos Am

Is this Zilos Am habit forming or addictive?

Zilos Am does not cause addiction.

Zilos Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zilos Am

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

Taking alcohol with Zilos Am can be dangerous.

Frequently asked Questions about Zilos Am

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Zilos Am with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zilos 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 Zilos Am cause diabetes?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Zilos Am does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Zilos 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 over 5 years ago

Does Zilos Am cause erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Zilos Am can cause erectile dysfunction. It is uncommon side effects of this drug. If you experience erectile dysfunction after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor, they might give you an alternate therapy.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Zilos Am cause stomach upset?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Zilos 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.