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Olmesafe is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. Olmesafe also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Olmesafe depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Olmesafe are Upper respiratory tract infection. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olmesafe as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olmesafe are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Olmesafe's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Olmesafe has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olmesafe related warnings section.
Olmesafe can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olmesafe in conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension). Some other conditions that can be affected by Olmesafe are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Olmesafe have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Olmesafe is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Olmesafe 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 Olmesafe safe for pregnant women?
Olmesafe should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Olmesafe safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Olmesafe for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Olmesafe on the Kidneys?
Olmesafe has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmesafe on the Liver?
Olmesafe has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Olmesafe on the Heart?
Olmesafe is rarely harmful for the heart.
Olmesafe 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 Olmesafe unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmesafe habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olmesafe is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olmesafe, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Olmesafe can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Olmesafe only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olmesafe is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olmesafe
Some foods when eaten with Olmesafe can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmesafe
Consumption of alcohol and Olmesafe together may have severe effects on your health.
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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
