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Olmetor AM 40 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Olmetor AM 40 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Olmetor AM 40 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Olmetor AM 40 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Upper respiratory tract infection. While these are the most often observed Olmetor AM 40 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Olmetor AM 40 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olmetor AM 40 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Olmetor AM 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Olmetor AM 40 Tablet related warnings section.
Olmetor AM 40 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olmetor AM 40 Tablet in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Olmetor AM 40 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Olmetor AM 40 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Olmetor AM 40 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olmetor AM 40 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
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Is the use of Olmetor AM 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olmetor AM 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 AM 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Olmetor AM for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Olmetor AM 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olmetor AM rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmetor AM 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Olmetor AM may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Olmetor AM 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmetor AM on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olmetor AM 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmetor AM 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Olmetor AM 40 Tablet.
Interaction between Food and Olmetor AM 40 Tablet
Taking Olmetor AM 40 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmetor AM 40 Tablet
Consuming Olmetor AM 40 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Olmetor AM can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Olmetor AM is safe to take a long time, even for the rest of life. In fact, it works well I you take it for a long time.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
No, Olmetor AM should not be discontinued on your own. Discontinuation of a drug on your own can cause some serious problem such as blood pressure or chest pain which lead to heart attack and stroke. So before stopping this medicine, you must consult your doctor, he/she may switch your treatment if you can not tolerate this drug.
Olmetor AM comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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