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Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet 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.
Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other 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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Amlosafe LS has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amlosafe LS without medical advice.
Is the use of Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Amlosafe LS may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Amlosafe LS should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Amlosafe LS rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Amlosafe LS has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Amlosafe LS has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amlosafe LS 5 Mg/5 Mg Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Amlosafe LS 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).
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.
Yes, Amlosafe LS 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.
No, Amlosafe LS does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Amlosafe LS 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.
Yes, Amlosafe LS can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Amlosafe LS and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
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