Olways Am: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Olways Am Information

Olways Am is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Olways Am 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 Olways Am. 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.

Olways Am also has some side effects, the most common being Upper respiratory tract infection. Some other side effects of Olways Am have been listed ahead. These side effects of Olways Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Olways Am's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Olways Am has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olways Am related warnings section.

Olways Am is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Olways Am contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Olways Am have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olways Am is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Olways Am Benefits & Uses

Olways Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Olways 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

Olways Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Olways Am safe for pregnant women?

Olways 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 Olways Am safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Olways Am for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Olways Am on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Olways Am on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Olways Am on the Liver?

Olways Am is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olways Am on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Olways Am on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Olways Am with Other Drugs

Olways 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

Olways Am Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olways 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 Olways Am

Is this Olways Am habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Olways Am has not been reported.

Olways Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Olways Am

Some foods when eaten with Olways Am can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olways Am

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

Frequently asked Questions about Olways Am

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Olways Am cause diabetes?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Olways Am does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Olways Am might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Olways Am along with ibuprofen?

Yes, Olways Am can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Olways Am harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Olways Am is not harmful to a kidney. However, it can cause some urinary problem such as urine retention and difficulty in passing urine. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above while taking this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Olways Am on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Olways Am should not be discontinued on your own. Discontinuation of a drug on your own can cause some serious problem such as blood pressure or chest pain which lead to heart attack and stroke. So before stopping this medicine, you must consult your doctor, he/she may switch your treatment if you can not tolerate this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Olways Am cause hair loss?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Olways Am does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.