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Olmat 20 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Olmat 20 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olmat 20 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Olmat 20 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Upper respiratory tract infection. Some other side effects of Olmat 20 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Olmat 20 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Olmat 20 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Olmat 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) must refrain from the use of Olmat 20 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Olmat 20 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Olmat 20 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olmat 20 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olmat 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olmat 20 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Olmat 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olmat shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Olmat 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Olmat as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Olmat 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olmat rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmat 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Olmat has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Olmat 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Olmat has very mild side effects on the heart.
Olmat 20 Tablet 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 Olmat 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmat 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olmat 20 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Olmat 20 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Olmat 20 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olmat 20 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Olmat 20 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Olmat 20 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmat 20 Tablet
Consuming Olmat 20 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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