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Olmetor CH 20 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Olmetor CH 20 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olmetor CH 20 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Olmetor CH 20 Tablet include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Normally, these side effects of Olmetor CH 20 Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olmetor CH 20 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Olmetor CH 20 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olmetor CH 20 Tablet related warnings section.
Olmetor CH 20 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions.
Drug reaction of Olmetor CH 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olmetor CH 20 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olmetor CH 20 Tablet 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Olmetor CH 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Olmetor Ch. If you are pregnant, do not take Olmetor Ch without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Olmetor CH 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Olmetor Ch may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Olmetor Ch should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Olmetor CH 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Olmetor Ch. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Olmetor CH 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Olmetor Ch may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Olmetor CH 20 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Olmetor Ch. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olmetor CH 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmetor CH 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Olmetor CH 20 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Olmetor CH 20 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Olmetor CH 20 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Olmetor CH 20 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olmetor CH 20 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Olmetor CH 20 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmetor CH 20 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Olmetor CH 20 Tablet with alcohol.
Yes, Olmetor Ch is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhea, headache, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this do inform your doctor.
No, Olmetor Ch should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, you may take Olmetor Ch with metoprolol as it will help in reducing high blood pressure and slow the heart rate. But using this combination may cause some side effects like dizziness, weakness, fainting, fast or irregular heartbeats, or loss of blood glucose control. If you experience any of these side effects then consult it with your doctor immediately.
Olmetor Ch works by increasing the rate of urine formation by inhibiting the sodium and potassium reabsorption in the kidney, this causes more frequent urination than normal. The increased flow of urination leads to a decrease in blood volume that helps in the relaxation of the walls of blood vessels and this results in a decrease in blood pressure.
Yes, Olmetor Ch may cause weight loss. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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