Amlodipine + Olmesartan 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amlodipine + Olmesartan is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Amlodipine + Olmesartan safe for pregnant women?
Amlodipine + Olmesartan can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Amlodipine + Olmesartan safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Amlodipine + Olmesartan in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Olmesartan on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Amlodipine + Olmesartan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Olmesartan on the Liver?
Amlodipine + Olmesartan may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amlodipine + Olmesartan on the Heart?
Using Amlodipine + Olmesartan does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Amlodipine + Olmesartan 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 Amlodipine + Olmesartan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amlodipine + Olmesartan habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amlodipine + Olmesartan.
Interaction between Food and Amlodipine + Olmesartan
There is no information on the effects of taking Amlodipine + Olmesartan with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amlodipine + Olmesartan
Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.
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References
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
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