Acedip is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Acedip have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Acedip is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Acedip have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Acedip 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.
It is also important to note that Acedip has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Acedip related warnings talks about Acedip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Acedip is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Acedip have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Acedip have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Acedip, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Acedip 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acedip is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Acedip safe for pregnant women?
Acedip can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Acedip safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Acedip. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Acedip on the Kidneys?
Acedip rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Acedip on the Liver?
Acedip is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Acedip on the Heart?
Acedip is rarely harmful for the heart.
Acedip 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 Acedip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acedip habit forming or addictive?
Acedip does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Acedip
Some foods when eaten with Acedip can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acedip
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Acedip with alcohol.
Yes, Acedip can be taken with viagra. No harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects such as low blood pressure after taking these two medicines together, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Acedip 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.
Rarely, Acedip causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Acedip 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 Acedip and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Yes, Acedip 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.
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