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Olmezest 10 MG Tablet

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsOlmesartan
Description
Olmezest 10 MG Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). This medicine relaxes your blood vessels and promotes the smooth flow of blood. Thus, it helps to control high blood pressure. Olmezest 10 MG Tablet has some side effects like cough, nausea, headache, diarrhoea, upset stomach, etc. This medicine may cause dizziness, therefore avoid driving vehicles or operating machines. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position if you feel dizzy during treatment with Olmezest 10 MG Tablet. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, consult your doctor. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Olmezest 10 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food as directed by your doctor. Avoid stopping this medicine suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke (a condition that occurs due to reduced blood supply to the brain). Your doctor may prescribe this medicine alone or in combination with other medicine based on the severity of your health condition. Olmezest 10 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney or liver problems. Your doctor may suggest tests to frequently monitor your heart, liver, or kidney functions and electrolytes levels while you are taking Olmezest 10 MG Tablet. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicine before starting the treatment. Olmezest 10 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Olmezest 10 MG Tablet

  • Back pain
  • Headache
  • Chills
  • Nasal congestion
  • Unusual tiredness and weakness
  • Blood in urine
  • Joint pain
  • Swelling of feet or lower legs
  • Bladder pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dry mouth
  • Increased urination
  • Skin rash
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Upset stomach

Uses of Olmezest 10 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken for Olmezest 10 MG Tablet to start its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Olmezest 10 MG Tablet lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid consumption of alcohol while you are taking Olmezest 10 MG Tablet as it may further lower your blood pressure and make you feel dizzy or lightheaded.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Olmezest 10 MG Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Olmezest 10 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it can harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Information regarding the effect of Olmezest 10 MG Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Olmezest 10 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling of the face/tongue/throat, breathing difficulty, etc.

Aliskiren

Combined use of Olmezest 10 MG Tablet and Aliskiren (a medicine used to reduce blood pressure) is not recommended if you have diabetes (high blood sugar levels) and/or moderate to severe kidney impairment as it may increase the risk of kidney damage.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Olmezest 10 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it can harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Information regarding the effect of Olmezest 10 MG Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Hypotension

Olmezest 10 MG Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause symptomatic hypotension (low blood pressure), especially if you have volume depletion (excess loss of salt and fluid from the body) or if you are treated with high-dose diuretics (medication that increases the removal of water and salt from the body via urine). Your doctor may correct this condition before initiating treatment with Olmezest 10 MG Tablet.

Hyperkalaemia

Olmezest 10 MG Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels in the blood). Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor the potassium levels regularly. Avoid potassium-rich foods (potatoes, bananas) and potassium supplements during treatment with this medicine.

Liver problems

Olmezest 10 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to periodically monitor your liver functions while taking this medicine.

Kidney problems

Olmezest 10 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as this medicine may alter kidney functions. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor your kidney function or adjust the dose based on your clinical condition.

Use in children

Olmezest 10 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 6 years of age as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Olmezest 10 MG Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next scheduled dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Olmezest 10 MG Tablet. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine, seek immediate medical attention.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consumption of alcohol while you are taking Olmezest 10 MG Tablet as it may further lower your blood pressure and make you feel dizzy or lightheaded.
Interaction with Medicine

Dexamethasone

Captopril

Insulin

Diclofenac

Disease interactions

Congestive heart failure

Olmezest 10 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have congestive heart failure (a condition in which your heart is unable to pump a sufficient amount of blood) due to the increased risk of kidney damage and worsening of your condition. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Olmezest 10 MG Tablet with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not break, crush or chew the tablet. Take this medicine at the same time every day as it will help you to remember. This medicine can make you feel dizzy. Hence, get up slowly from a sitting or lying position. Your doctor may suggest regular tests to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana fruit juice, coconut water, and broccoli.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Olmezest 10 MG Tablet relaxes and widens your blood vessels. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood throughout your body.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Angiotensin receptor blockers

Schedule

Schedule H

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