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Olkem 40 Tablet (15), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Olkem 40 Tablet (15) have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olkem 40 Tablet (15). Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Olkem 40 Tablet (15) also has some side effects, the most common being Upper respiratory tract infection. While these are the most often observed Olkem 40 Tablet (15) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olkem 40 Tablet (15) 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.
It is also important to note that Olkem 40 Tablet (15) has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olkem 40 Tablet (15) related warnings talks about Olkem 40 Tablet (15)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Olkem 40 Tablet (15) 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. Other contraindications of Olkem 40 Tablet (15) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Olkem 40 Tablet (15) with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olkem 40 Tablet (15) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olkem 40 Tablet (15) is used to treat the following -
Main 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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Is the use of Olkem 40 Tablet (15) safe for pregnant women?
Olkem can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Olkem 40 Tablet (15) safe during breastfeeding?
Olkem may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olkem 40 Tablet (15) on the Kidneys?
Olkem rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olkem 40 Tablet (15) on the Liver?
Olkem may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Olkem 40 Tablet (15) on the Heart?
Side effects of Olkem rarely affect the heart.
Olkem 40 Tablet (15) 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 Olkem 40 Tablet (15) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olkem 40 Tablet (15) habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olkem 40 Tablet (15) has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olkem 40 Tablet (15) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Olkem 40 Tablet (15) should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Olkem 40 Tablet (15) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olkem 40 Tablet (15)
Olkem 40 Tablet (15) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olkem 40 Tablet (15)
Consuming Olkem 40 Tablet (15) with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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