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Olsar 40 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Olsar 40 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Olsar 40 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Common side effects of Olsar 40 Tablet include Upper respiratory tract infection. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olsar 40 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Olsar 40 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olsar 40 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Olsar 40 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olsar 40 Tablet related warnings section.
Olsar 40 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 Olsar 40 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Olsar 40 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Olsar 40 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olsar 40 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 Olsar 40 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Olsar 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olsar has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Olsar without medical advice.
Is the use of Olsar 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Olsar as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Olsar 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olsar may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olsar 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Olsar rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Olsar 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Olsar has very mild side effects on the heart.
Olsar 40 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 Olsar 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olsar 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olsar 40 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Olsar 40 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Olsar 40 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olsar 40 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Olsar 40 Tablet
Taking Olsar 40 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olsar 40 Tablet
Consuming Olsar 40 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
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
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
