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Biozaar Am Information

Biozaar Am is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Biozaar Am have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Biozaar Am. 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.

While these are the most often observed Biozaar Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Biozaar Am go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Biozaar Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Biozaar Am has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Biozaar Am related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Biozaar Am since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Biozaar Am contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Biozaar Am may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Biozaar Am is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Biozaar Am Benefits & Uses
Biozaar Am Dosage & How to Take
Biozaar Am Side Effects
Biozaar Am Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Biozaar Am with Other Drugs
Biozaar Am Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Biozaar Am
Biozaar Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Biozaar Am Benefits & Uses

Biozaar Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Biozaar Am 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency my increase as needed
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Amlodipine (5 mg) Losartan (50 mg)/Tablet, dosage frequency my increase as needed

Biozaar Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Biozaar Am safe for pregnant women?

Biozaar AM 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 Biozaar Am safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Biozaar AM for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Biozaar Am on the Kidneys?

Biozaar AM is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Biozaar Am on the Liver?

Biozaar AM has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Biozaar Am on the Heart?

Side effects of Biozaar AM rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Biozaar Am with Other Drugs

Biozaar Am 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

Amiloride

Moderate

Aspirin

Atenolol

Clotrimazole

Clarithromycin

Acarbose

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Aspirin

Codeine

Ibuprofen

Biozaar Am Contraindications

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

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hyperkalemia
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Biozaar Am

Is this Biozaar Am habit forming or addictive?

Biozaar Am is not addictive in nature.

Biozaar Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Biozaar Am

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Biozaar Am to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biozaar Am

Taking alcohol with Biozaar Am can be dangerous.

Frequently asked Questions about Biozaar Am

Question over 4 years ago

Can i take Biozaar AM with seafood ?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Biozaar AM has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Biozaar AM?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Biozaar 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).

Question over 5 years ago

How does Biozaar AM work?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Biozaar AM is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Biozaar AM along with ibuprofen?

Yes, Biozaar AM can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Biozaar AM cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Biozaar AM 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.