Zilos Am Information
Zilos Am is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Zilos Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Zilos Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Zilos Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Zilos Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zilos Am is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Zilos Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Zilos Am since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zilos Am contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Zilos Am with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Zilos Am, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zilos Am Benefits & Uses
Zilos Am is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Zilos 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) |
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| Geriatric |
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Zilos Am Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zilos Am is used -
Moderate
- Ankle Swelling
- Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
- Edema
- Peripheral Edema
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Blurred vision
- Confusion
- Difficulty breathing
- Irregular heartbeat
- Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Mild
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Flushing
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
- Weight gain
- Weakness
- Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Infection
- Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
- Nasal congestion
- पेट की गैस
- Loss of appetite
- Dry Mouth
Zilos Am Related Warnings
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Is the use of Zilos Am safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Zilos Am. If you are pregnant, do not take Zilos Am without a doctor's advice.
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Is the use of Zilos Am safe during breastfeeding?
Zilos Am has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Zilos Am on the Kidneys?
Zilos Am is completely safe for kidneys.
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What is the effect of Zilos Am on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zilos Am on the liver have been reported.
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What is the effect of Zilos Am on the Heart?
Side effects of Zilos Am rarely affect the heart.
Severe Interaction of Zilos Am with Other Drugs
Zilos Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
- Mycoderm-C Dusting Powder Sandalwood Fragrance 100gm
- Abzorb Soap 100gm
- Abzorb Syndet Bar 100gm
- Abzorb Dusting Powder 100gm
Zilos Am Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zilos 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 Zilos Am
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Is this Zilos Am habit forming or addictive?
Zilos Am does not cause addiction.
Zilos Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Zilos Am
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Zilos Am to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Zilos Am
Taking alcohol with Zilos Am can be dangerous.
Frequently asked Questions about Zilos Am
Question almost 6 years ago
How to take [Mediciine]?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
Zilos Am comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Question almost 6 years ago
Is Zilos Am safe to use?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Yes, Zilos Am 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.
Question about 6 years ago
How does Zilos Am work?
Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology
Zilos 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 over 5 years ago
Can I take Zilos Am with telmisatan?
Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Zilos Am 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 Zilos Am and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
Question over 5 years ago
Is Zilos Am harmful for kidney?
Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine
No, Zilos Am 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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