Olmepen 10mg Tablet [Olmesartan Medoxomil (10mg)]

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olmepen 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olmepen 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

Olmepen 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Olmepen 10mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

- Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Olmepen 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Olmepen 10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Olmepen 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Olmepen 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment. Use of Olmepen 10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

- Liver : CAUTION

Olmepen 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Olmepen 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Olmepen 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

strip of 10 tablets

Chemical Class :: Synthetic imidazole derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC
Action Class :: Angiotensin receptor blockers(ARB)

Hypertension (high blood pressure)|Heart failure|Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Store below 30?C

Q. Can I feel dizzy after taking Olmepen 10mg Tablet?::: Yes, the use of Olmepen 10mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly get up from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.| Q. How long does it take for Olmepen 10mg Tablet to work?::: You may notice a decrease in your blood pressure effectively within 1 weeks of starting Olmepen 10mg Tablet. However, it may take about 2 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.| Q. What are some lifestyle changes to make while using Olmepen 10mg Tablet?::: Making lifestyle changes while taking Olmepen 10mg Tablet can boost your health. Avoid smoking, as smoking increases your risk of having a heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and reduce the risk of a heart attack.| Q. Does Olmepen 10mg Tablet have a diuretic?::: Olmepen 10mg Tablet does not have a diuretic. Olmepen 10mg Tablet is a medicine used to lower high blood pressure. It belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). These medicines lower blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. When prescribed by a doctor, Olmepen 10mg Tablet can also be combined with a diuretic for providing additional benefit in the reduction of blood pressure.| Q. At what time of the day should you take Olmepen 10mg Tablet?::: Your doctor may suggest to take your first dose before bedtime, considering that this medicine can make you feel dizzy. After the very first dose you can take Olmepen 10mg Tablet at any time of the day. It is important to take this medicine at the same time every day.| Q. For how long do I need to take Olmepen 10mg Tablet? Is it safe to take long term?::: You may have to take Olmepen 10mg Tablet life long. Olmepen 10mg Tablet controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Do not stop taking it even if your blood pressure is well controlled. Olmepen 10mg Tablet is generally considered safe to be taken for long term. In some cases, long-term use may adversely affect the kidneys and the kidneys may not function as they should. Therefore, to keep a track of how well your kidneys are working, your doctor may prescribe regular blood tests to check urea, creatinine and potassium levels.| Q. Can Olmepen 10mg Tablet cause weight gain?::: No, Olmepen 10mg Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, in very rare cases, chronic diarrhea with substantial weight loss may occur. If a patient develops diarrhea while taking Olmepen 10mg Tablet and no other cause of diarrhea can be deduced, then the doctor may advise the patient to discontinue it immediately and recommend another medicine.| Q. Can I take Olmepen 10mg Tablet before surgery?::: Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Olmepen 10mg Tablet 24 hours before surgery. This is because Olmepen 10mg Tablet can further reduce your blood pressure when used with anesthetics. So, tell your doctor that you are taking Olmepen 10mg Tablet if you will be given general anesthetics (medicines that put you to sleep) or are scheduled to have any surgery.