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Olmetor 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Olmetor 20 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olmetor 20 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Olmetor 20 Tablet include Upper respiratory tract infection. Some other side effects of Olmetor 20 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Olmetor 20 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Olmetor 20 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Olmetor 20 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olmetor 20 Tablet related warnings section.
Olmetor 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Olmetor 20 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Olmetor 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Olmetor 20 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olmetor 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 Olmetor 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olmetor 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 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Olmetor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olmetor 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olmetor rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmetor 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Olmetor on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Olmetor 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Olmetor is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olmetor 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmetor 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Olmetor 20 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Olmetor 20 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Olmetor 20 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Olmetor 20 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Olmetor 20 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Olmetor 20 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmetor 20 Tablet
Consuming Olmetor 20 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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