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Olmegraf is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Olmegraf have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olmegraf. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Olmegraf also has some side effects, the most common being Upper respiratory tract infection. While these are the most often observed Olmegraf side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olmegraf 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.
In addition, Olmegraf's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Olmegraf's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Olmegraf 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. The section on Olmegraf contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Olmegraf have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olmegraf is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olmegraf 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 Olmegraf safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Olmegraf. If you are pregnant, do not take Olmegraf without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Olmegraf safe during breastfeeding?
Olmegraf has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olmegraf on the Kidneys?
Olmegraf may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmegraf on the Liver?
Side effects of Olmegraf rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Olmegraf on the Heart?
Side effects of Olmegraf rarely affect the heart.
Olmegraf 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 Olmegraf unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmegraf habit forming or addictive?
Olmegraf is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olmegraf, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Olmegraf can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Olmegraf is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olmegraf cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Olmegraf
Taking Olmegraf with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmegraf
Consuming Olmegraf with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Benicar (olmesartan medoxomil)
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
