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Olmy 20 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Olmy 20 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Olmy 20 Tablet 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 side effects typically associated with Olmy 20 Tablet include Upper respiratory tract infection. Some other side effects of Olmy 20 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Olmy 20 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Olmy 20 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Olmy 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Olmy 20 Tablet related warnings section.
Olmy 20 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) are examples of such conditions. The section on Olmy 20 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Olmy 20 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Olmy 20 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olmy 20 Tablet 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 Olmy 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olmy has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Olmy without medical advice.
Is the use of Olmy 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Olmy as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Olmy 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmy on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Olmy 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Olmy may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Olmy 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Olmy is rarely harmful for the heart.
Olmy 20 Tablet 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 Olmy 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmy 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Olmy 20 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olmy 20 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Olmy 20 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Olmy 20 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olmy 20 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Olmy 20 Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Olmy 20 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmy 20 Tablet
Taking Olmy 20 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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