Tenil At, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High BP, Angina are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Tenil At depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Tenil At include Headache, Fatigue, Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Tenil At side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Tenil At normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Tenil At's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tenil At related warnings talks about Tenil At's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tenil At can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tenil At in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Tenil At have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Tenil At may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tenil At is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tenil At is used to treat the following -
Main 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tenil At is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Tenil At safe for pregnant women?
Tenil AT may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Tenil AT, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Tenil At safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Tenil AT. If you see any side effects, stop taking Tenil AT immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Tenil AT again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tenil At on the Kidneys?
Tenil AT rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tenil At on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Tenil AT. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Tenil At on the Heart?
Tenil AT may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Tenil At 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 Tenil At unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tenil At habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tenil At.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Tenil At as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Tenil At is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tenil At for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tenil At
Taking Tenil At with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tenil At
Consuming Tenil At with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Tenil AT 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 Tenil AT and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Tenil AT 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).
Yes, Tenil AT 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, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Tenil AT has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.
Tenil AT is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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