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Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Normally, these side effects of Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet related warnings talks about Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease.
Drug reaction of Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olmegard Ct has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Olmegard Ct without medical advice.
Is the use of Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Olmegard Ct should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olmegard Ct can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Olmegard Ct. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet on the Heart?
Olmegard Ct may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Olmegard CT 40/12.5 Tablet with alcohol will be.
No, Olmegard Ct is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Olmegard Ct is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhea, headache, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this do inform your doctor.
Yes, Olmegard Ct may cause hair loss. If you are experiencing severe hair loss after taking this drug, you are advised to consult it with your doctor.
Take Olmegard Ct as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Olmegard Ct is a brand name of chlorthalidone and it is available in the form of tablets. It belongs to the class of drugs known as thiazide diuretics. Olmegard Ct is a prescription drug that is used in hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduces swelling of liver and kidney due to excess accumulation of fluid.
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