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Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Common side effects of Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet include Upper respiratory tract infection. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. The section on Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg 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.
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Is the use of Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olmetime 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 Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Olmetime AM on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmetime AM on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Olmetime AM may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Olmetime AM rarely affect the heart.
Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg 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 Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet
Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Olmetime AM 20 Mg/5 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Olmetime 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.
Yes, Olmetime AM does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.
Yes, Olmetime AM can be taken with telmisartan. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of Olmetime AM and telmisartan is available in the market which is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
No, use of Olmetime AM has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.
Rarely, Olmetime AM causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform to a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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