Olsertain Am: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Olsertain Am Information

Olsertain Am is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Olsertain Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Olsertain Am 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Olsertain Am include Upper respiratory tract infection. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olsertain Am as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olsertain Am are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Olsertain Am's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Olsertain Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Olsertain Am related warnings section.

Olsertain Am can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olsertain Am in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Olsertain Am have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Olsertain Am have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Olsertain Am is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Olsertain Am Benefits
Olsertain Am Side Effects
Olsertain Am Contraindications

Olsertain Am Benefits & Uses

Olsertain Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Olsertain Am Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg olmesartan
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 5 mg amlodipine and 20 mg olmesartan

Olsertain Am Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olsertain Am is used -

Moderate

Ankle Swelling
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Edema
Peripheral Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Bloody Urine

Mild

Fatigue
Drowsiness
Flushing
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Weight gain
Nasal congestion
Running nose
Difficulty breathing
Cough
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Rhinitis
Rash

Common

Upper respiratory tract infection

Olsertain Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Olsertain Am safe for pregnant women?

Olsertain AM can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Olsertain Am safe during breastfeeding?

Olsertain AM has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olsertain Am on the Kidneys?

Olsertain AM may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olsertain Am on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Olsertain AM on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Olsertain Am on the Heart?

Side effects of Olsertain AM rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Olsertain Am with Other Drugs

Olsertain Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Tizanidine

Simvastatin,Ezetimibe

Isoniazid,Pyrazinamide,Rifampicin

Aliskiren

Tizanidine

Moderate

Olsertain Am Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olsertain Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Liver Disease
Heart Failure
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Low Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Olsertain Am

Is this Olsertain Am habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Olsertain Am.

Olsertain Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Olsertain Am

Some foods when eaten with Olsertain Am can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olsertain Am

Consuming Olsertain Am with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Frequently asked Questions about Olsertain Am

Question over 5 years ago

Is Olsertain AM harmful for kidney?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Olsertain AM is not harmful to a kidney. However, it can cause some urinary problem such as urine retention and difficulty in passing urine. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above while taking this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Olsertain AM safe to use?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Olsertain AM is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Olsertain AM cause edema?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Olsertain AM can cause edema. It is the most common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to amlodipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of doctor because of alternate treatment are also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming high dose the chances of edema are high.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Olsertain AM with paracetamol?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Olsertain AM can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can i take Olsertain AM with seafood ?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take it with seafood safely if you are not allergic to seafood. However, there is a lot of scientific evidence that Olsertain AM has shown very strong interaction with grapefruit juice hence you are highly recommended to avoid grapefruit juice with this drug.