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Olmegard H is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Olmegard H have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Olmegard H depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Olmegard H are Upper respiratory tract infection. Some other side effects of Olmegard H have been listed ahead. These side effects of Olmegard H are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Olmegard H's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olmegard H related warnings talks about Olmegard H's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Olmegard H is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Asthma, Allergy, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Olmegard H contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Olmegard H may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Olmegard H, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olmegard H is used to treat the following -
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olmegard H is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Olmegard H safe for pregnant women?
Olmegard H can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Olmegard H safe during breastfeeding?
Olmegard H may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olmegard H on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmegard H on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Olmegard H on the Liver?
Olmegard H is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olmegard H on the Heart?
Olmegard H has very mild side effects on the heart.
Olmegard H 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 Olmegard H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmegard H habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olmegard H is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Olmegard H
When consumed with certain foods, Olmegard H may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmegard H
Taking alcohol with Olmegard H can be dangerous.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Hydrochlorothiazide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 582-586
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 446-448
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Benicar (olmesartan medoxomil)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 507
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 169-173
