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Olsi Am Information

Olsi Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Olsi Am has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Olsi Am depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Olsi Am include Upper respiratory tract infection. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olsi Am as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olsi Am 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.

In addition, Olsi Am's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Olsi Am has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olsi Am related warnings section.

Olsi Am can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olsi Am in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. The section on Olsi Am contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Olsi Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Olsi Am, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Olsi Am Benefits & Uses
Olsi Am Dosage & How to Take
Olsi Am Side Effects
Olsi Am Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Olsi Am with Other Drugs
Olsi Am Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Olsi Am
Olsi Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Olsi Am Benefits & Uses

Olsi Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Olsi Am Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg olmesartan
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg olmesartan

Olsi Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Olsi Am safe for pregnant women?

Olsi Am should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Olsi Am safe during breastfeeding?

Olsi Am has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olsi Am on the Kidneys?

Olsi Am has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olsi Am on the Liver?

Olsi Am may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Olsi Am on the Heart?

Side effects of Olsi Am rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Olsi Am with Other Drugs

Olsi Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Aliskiren

Tizanidine

Moderate

Olsi Am Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olsi Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Low Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Olsi Am

Is this Olsi Am habit forming or addictive?

Olsi Am is not addictive in nature.

Olsi Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Olsi Am

Taking Olsi Am with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olsi Am

Consumption of alcohol and Olsi Am together may have severe effects on your health.

Frequently asked Questions about Olsi Am

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Olsi Am?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Olsi Am is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Olsi Am with sildenafil (viagra)?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Olsi Am can be taken with viagra. No harmful interactions have been reported between them. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects such as low blood pressure after taking these two medicines together, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Olsi Am cause memory loss?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Olsi Am has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Olsi Am?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Olsi Am is a brand name of amlodipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blocker. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (high BP) and coronary artery disease. It is not recommended for heart failure. It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).

Question about 5 years ago

How to take [Mediciine]?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Olsi Am comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.