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Olmetor, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Olmetor have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Olmetor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Olmetor also has some side effects, the most common being Upper respiratory tract infection. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Olmetor can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olmetor 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 has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Olmetor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Olmetor related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) must refrain from the use of Olmetor since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Olmetor contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Olmetor may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Olmetor is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olmetor 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 Olmetor safe for pregnant women?
Olmetor 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 safe during breastfeeding?
Olmetor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olmetor on the Kidneys?
Olmetor rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmetor on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmetor on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Olmetor on the Heart?
Olmetor is rarely harmful for the heart.
Olmetor 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 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmetor habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Olmetor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Olmetor can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Olmetor only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olmetor cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Olmetor
When consumed with certain foods, Olmetor may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmetor
Consuming Olmetor 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
