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Olmetor CH 40 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Olmetor CH 40 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 Olmetor CH 40 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Olmetor CH 40 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. These side effects of Olmetor CH 40 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Olmetor CH 40 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olmetor CH 40 Tablet related warnings talks about Olmetor CH 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Olmetor CH 40 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Olmetor CH 40 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Olmetor CH 40 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Olmetor CH 40 Tablet 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olmetor CH 40 Tablet is used -
Common
Is the use of Olmetor CH 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olmetor Ch shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Olmetor CH 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Olmetor Ch. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Olmetor CH 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Olmetor Ch. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Olmetor CH 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Olmetor Ch can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Olmetor CH 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Olmetor Ch may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Olmetor CH 40 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olmetor CH 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmetor CH 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Olmetor CH 40 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olmetor CH 40 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Olmetor CH 40 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Olmetor CH 40 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olmetor CH 40 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Olmetor CH 40 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmetor CH 40 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Olmetor CH 40 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Olmetor Ch is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhea, headache, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this do inform your doctor.
No, Olmetor Ch should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, you may take Olmetor Ch with metoprolol as it will help in reducing high blood pressure and slow the heart rate. But using this combination may cause some side effects like dizziness, weakness, fainting, fast or irregular heartbeats, or loss of blood glucose control. If you experience any of these side effects then consult it with your doctor immediately.
Olmetor Ch works by increasing the rate of urine formation by inhibiting the sodium and potassium reabsorption in the kidney, this causes more frequent urination than normal. The increased flow of urination leads to a decrease in blood volume that helps in the relaxation of the walls of blood vessels and this results in a decrease in blood pressure.
Yes, Olmetor Ch may cause weight loss. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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