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Amlodac 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Amlodac 5 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Amlodac 5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amlodac 5 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amlodac 5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Amlodac 5 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amlodac 5 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amlodac 5 Tablet related warnings section.
Amlodac 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amlodac 5 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Amlodac 5 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amlodac 5 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Amlodac 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.
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Is the use of Amlodac 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Amlodac 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 Amlodac 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Amlodac Tablet for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Amlodac 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Amlodac Tablet. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Amlodac 5 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Amlodac Tablet. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Amlodac Tablet only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amlodac 5 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Amlodac Tablet for the heart.
Amlodac 5 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 Amlodac 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlodac 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Amlodac 5 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Amlodac 5 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amlodac 5 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Amlodac 5 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amlodac 5 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Amlodac 5 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodac 5 Tablet
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
Yes, Amlodac Tablet does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.
No, use of Amlodac 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.
Yes, Amlodac Tablet 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 Amlodac Tablet and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Amlodac 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.
No, Amlodac 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.
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