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Olmetime is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Olmetime also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Olmetime depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Olmetime include Upper respiratory tract infection. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Olmetime can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Olmetime 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.
It is also important to note that Olmetime has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olmetime related warnings talks about Olmetime'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 Olmetime since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Olmetime contraindications section.
Additionally, Olmetime may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olmetime is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olmetime 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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Is the use of Olmetime safe for pregnant women?
Olmetime has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Olmetime without medical advice.
Is the use of Olmetime safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Olmetime for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Olmetime on the Kidneys?
Olmetime may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmetime on the Liver?
Olmetime may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Olmetime on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmetime on the heart have been reported.
Olmetime 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 Olmetime unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmetime habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olmetime is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Olmetime as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Olmetime should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olmetime cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Olmetime
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Olmetime to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmetime
Taking alcohol with Olmetime can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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