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Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet are Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations (fluttering in chest). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet related warnings talks about Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Angioedema are examples of such conditions.
Additionally, Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Amlosafe TM 40 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.
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Is the use of Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Amlosafe TM 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 Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Amlosafe TM should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amlosafe TM. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Amlosafe TM 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 TM 40 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Amlosafe TM. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet 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 Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amlosafe TM 40 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Amlosafe TM doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Amlosafe TM, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Yes, it is safe to take Amlosafe TM as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like back pain, sinusitis, and diaarhea.
No, Amlosafe TM is not bad for kidneys. In fact, it protects the kidneys, thus, it is suitable for people with diabetes and mild-to-moderate kidney disease.
Amlosafe TM is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Amlosafe TM might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Amlosafe TM exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Yes, Amlosafe TM causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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