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Olmeflex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Olmeflex have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Olmeflex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Olmeflex include Upper respiratory tract infection. Some other side effects of Olmeflex have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Olmeflex normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Olmeflex has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Olmeflex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Olmeflex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olmeflex in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension). Other contraindications of Olmeflex have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Olmeflex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Olmeflex, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olmeflex 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 Olmeflex safe for pregnant women?
Olmeflex can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Olmeflex safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Olmeflex on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Olmeflex on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmeflex on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Olmeflex on the Liver?
Olmeflex is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olmeflex on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmeflex on the heart have been reported.
Olmeflex 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 Olmeflex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmeflex habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Olmeflex.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olmeflex you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Olmeflex is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olmeflex is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olmeflex
Some foods when eaten with Olmeflex can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmeflex
Taking Olmeflex with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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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