Olvas 40 Tablet Information
Olvas 40 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Olvas 40 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olvas 40 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Olvas 40 Tablet include Upper respiratory tract infection. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olvas 40 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olvas 40 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olvas 40 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Olvas 40 Tablet related warnings talks about Olvas 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Olvas 40 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Olvas 40 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Olvas 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 Olvas 40 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Olvas 40 Tablet Benefits & Uses
Olvas 40 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Other Benefits
- Heart Disease (Read More - Home remedies for heart disease)
Olvas 40 Tablet 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 |
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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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Olvas 40 Tablet Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olvas 40 Tablet is used -
Moderate
- Bloody Urine
Mild
- Nasal congestion
- Running nose
- Difficulty breathing
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
Olvas 40 Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Olvas 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olvas shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Olvas 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Olvas may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Olvas 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olvas may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Olvas 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Olvas is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Olvas 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Olvas is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Olvas 40 Tablet with Other Drugs
Olvas 40 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Olvas 40 Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olvas 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Diabetes
- Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
- Low Blood Pressure
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Olvas 40 Tablet
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Is this Olvas 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Olvas 40 Tablet.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Olvas 40 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Olvas 40 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Olvas 40 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Olvas 40 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Olvas 40 Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Olvas 40 Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Olvas 40 Tablet
Consuming Olvas 40 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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
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