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Olmetor 40 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Olmetor 40 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Olmetor 40 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Olmetor 40 Tablet are Upper respiratory tract infection. While these are the most often observed Olmetor 40 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Olmetor 40 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Olmetor 40 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olmetor 40 Tablet related warnings talks about Olmetor 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) must refrain from the use of Olmetor 40 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Olmetor 40 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Olmetor 40 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Olmetor 40 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olmetor 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 Olmetor 40 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Olmetor 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olmetor 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 Olmetor 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Olmetor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olmetor 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olmetor rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmetor 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmetor on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Olmetor 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Olmetor is rarely harmful for the heart.
Olmetor 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 Olmetor 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmetor 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Olmetor 40 Tablet.
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 Olmetor 40 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Olmetor 40 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olmetor 40 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Olmetor 40 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Olmetor 40 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmetor 40 Tablet
Consuming Olmetor 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
