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Amat Tablet Benefits & Uses

Amat Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Coronary Artery Disease
High Lipoprotein
Angina

Amat Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg atorvastatin
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg atorvastatin

Amat Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Amat Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Amat Tablet 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 Amat Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Amat Tablet has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Amat Tablet on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Amat Tablet. 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 Amat Tablet on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Amat Tablet. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amat Tablet on the Heart?

Amat Tablet may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Amat Tablet with Other Drugs

Amat Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Cyclosporin

Gemfibrozil

Itraconazole

Ritonavir

Digoxin

Moderate

Amat Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amat Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Amat Tablet

Is this Amat Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Amat Tablet has not been reported.

Amat Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amat Tablet

Amat Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amat Tablet

Taking Amat Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Amat Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

What is Amat Tablet?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Amat Tablet 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).

Question about 5 years ago

Does Amat Tablet cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Amat Tablet has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Amat Tablet harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Amat Tablet 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Amat Tablet?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Amat Tablet 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Amat Tablet cause arrhythmia (Irregular heart beat)?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Amat Tablet 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.