Olmesartan 40mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg

Olmesartan 40mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg — Uses and Benefits

This combination medicine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults, especially when blood pressure is not adequately controlled with one or two medicines alone.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Long-term control of high blood pressure
• Reducing risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems linked to uncontrolled blood pressure
• Use in patients who need three-drug therapy for blood pressure control

HOW IT WORKS

• Olmesartan blocks a hormone (angiotensin II) that tightens blood vessels, helping vessels relax
• Amlodipine relaxes and widens blood vessels by blocking calcium entry into vessel walls
• Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that helps the kidneys remove excess salt and water, lowering blood volume and pressure
• Together these three actions give a stronger blood pressure lowering effect than any one medicine alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not a treatment for sudden severe (emergency) high blood pressure crisis
• Not used for initial therapy in patients who have never tried single blood pressure medicines, unless doctor decides otherwise
• Not a painkiller, and does not treat heart rhythm disorders or infections

How to Use Olmesartan 40mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Take at the same time every day to maintain steady blood levels
• Can be taken with or without food, unless your doctor advises otherwise
• Continue taking it even if you feel well; blood pressure medicines usually need long-term use
• Do not stop suddenly without consulting your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat and sunlight
• Keep in a dry place, away from moisture and bathrooms
• Keep out of reach of children
• Discard expired medicine safely, do not use after the expiry date

Olmesartan 40mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Tiredness or fatigue
• Swelling of ankles or feet
• Increased urination

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Muscle cramps or weakness
• Nausea
• Low blood pressure symptoms like lightheadedness on standing
• Dry mouth or excessive thirst
• Skin rash or itching

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe dizziness, fainting, or very low blood pressure
• Signs of kidney problems such as reduced urination or swelling
• Severe diarrhoea with weight loss (rare bowel condition linked to olmesartan)
• Signs of high potassium or low sodium/potassium such as irregular heartbeat, severe weakness, or confusion
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Severe allergic reaction: swelling of face/lips/tongue, difficulty breathing, severe skin rash

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Olmesartan 40mg + Amlodipine 5mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a valid doctor's prescription in India and should not be self-prescribed or shared with others.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy (can harm the unborn baby)
• Are breastfeeding
• Have a known allergy to olmesartan, amlodipine, hydrochlorothiazide, or other sulfonamide-derived drugs
• Have severe kidney disease or are unable to pass urine (anuria)
• Have severe liver disease

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have diabetes or gout
• Have low blood pressure or a history of fainting
• Have heart disease, including narrowing of heart valves
• Are taking potassium supplements or salt substitutes
• Are elderly or dehydrated

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure medicines
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Lithium
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen, used regularly
• Certain diabetes medicines
• Other diuretics or drugs affecting kidney function

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with alcohol?

Alcohol can increase dizziness and lower blood pressure further, so it is best avoided or limited; ask your doctor.

Will this medicine cure my blood pressure permanently?

No, it controls blood pressure but does not cure the underlying condition; it usually needs to be taken long-term.

Can I drive after taking this medicine?

• Some people feel dizzy, especially when starting treatment, so avoid driving until you know how the medicine affects you.
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