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Olmetor 10 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Olmetor 10 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olmetor 10 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Olmetor 10 Tablet include Upper respiratory tract infection. While these are the most often observed Olmetor 10 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olmetor 10 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Olmetor 10 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Olmetor 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Olmetor 10 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Olmetor 10 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Olmetor 10 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Olmetor 10 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olmetor 10 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 Olmetor 10 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Olmetor 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Olmetor. If you are pregnant, do not take Olmetor without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Olmetor 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Olmetor may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olmetor 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olmetor rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmetor 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Olmetor is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olmetor 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Olmetor rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olmetor 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmetor 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olmetor 10 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Olmetor 10 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Olmetor 10 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Olmetor 10 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olmetor 10 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Olmetor 10 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmetor 10 Tablet
Taking Olmetor 10 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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