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Amlosafe 5 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Amlosafe 5 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlosafe 5 Tablet. 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.
Some other side effects of Amlosafe 5 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Amlosafe 5 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Amlosafe 5 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Amlosafe 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Amlosafe 5 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. The section on Amlosafe 5 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Amlosafe 5 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Amlosafe 5 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Amlosafe 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Amlosafe 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Amlosafe has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amlosafe without medical advice.
Is the use of Amlosafe 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Amlosafe on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Amlosafe will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Amlosafe 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Amlosafe. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amlosafe 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Amlosafe may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amlosafe 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Amlosafe is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amlosafe 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlosafe 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Amlosafe 5 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Amlosafe 5 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Amlosafe 5 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Amlosafe 5 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amlosafe 5 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Amlosafe 5 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlosafe 5 Tablet
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Amlosafe 5 Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
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.
Amlosafe is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
No, Amlosafe 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, Amlosafe 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.
Yes, Amlosafe 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 and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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