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Olmetor M is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Olmetor M have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Olmetor M is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Olmetor M are Upper respiratory tract infection, Slow heart rate (pulse). While these are the most often observed Olmetor M side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olmetor M 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 Olmetor M has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Olmetor M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Olmetor M is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Olmetor M contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Olmetor M have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Olmetor M is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olmetor M is used to treat the following -
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
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Is the use of Olmetor M safe for pregnant women?
Olmetor M 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 Olmetor M safe during breastfeeding?
Olmetor M has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olmetor M on the Kidneys?
Olmetor M is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmetor M on the Liver?
Side effects of Olmetor M rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Olmetor M on the Heart?
Olmetor M has very mild side effects on the heart.
Olmetor M 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 Olmetor M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmetor M habit forming or addictive?
Olmetor M is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Olmetor M
When consumed with certain foods, Olmetor M may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmetor M
Taking Olmetor M with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 507
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lopressor (metoprolol tartrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 148-149
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 847-850