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Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20). Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) also has some side effects, the most common being Slow heart rate (pulse). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) related warnings section.
Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) 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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Is the use of Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Met XL AM. If you are pregnant, do not take Met XL AM without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Met XL AM for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) on the Kidneys?
Using Met XL AM does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) on the Liver?
Met XL AM is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) on the Heart?
Side effects of Met XL AM rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) habit forming or addictive?
Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20)
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20)
Taking Met XL AM 25/5 Tablet (20) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Met XL AM 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).
Met XL AM is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.
Yes, Met XL 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.
Yes, Met XL AM 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, Met XL 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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