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Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet 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.
Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Upper respiratory tract infection. While these are the most often observed Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Olmefit 20 Mg 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 Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olmefit 20 Mg 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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Is the use of Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olmefit can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Olmefit may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olmefit rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmefit on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Olmefit rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Olmefit 20 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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