Olmesartan 40mg + Azelnidipine 8mg

Olmesartan 40mg + Azelnidipine 8mg — Uses and Benefits

This combination medicine is used mainly to control high blood pressure in adults who need more than one medicine to manage it.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Used when a single blood pressure medicine is not enough to control levels
• Helps reduce risk of complications like stroke and heart attack linked to high blood pressure

HOW IT WORKS

• Olmesartan blocks angiotensin II, a chemical that narrows blood vessels, helping vessels relax
• Azelnidipine blocks calcium entry into blood vessel muscle cells, causing the vessels to widen
• Together they lower blood pressure through two different, complementary actions

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for immediate relief of a hypertensive emergency
• Not a treatment for chest pain (angina) as a stand-alone therapy
• Not used for heart failure management as a primary treatment
• Not meant for occasional or as-needed use; it is a regular daily maintenance medicine

How to Use Olmesartan 40mg + Azelnidipine 8mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water
• Can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time every day
• Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor, even if you feel well
• Continue taking it regularly, as blood pressure medicines work best with consistent daily use

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose 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 sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use if the tablet is damaged, discoloured, or past its expiry date
• Keep in the original packaging until ready to use

Olmesartan 40mg + Azelnidipine 8mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Fatigue or tiredness
• Swelling of ankles or feet
• Flushing (warmth or redness of skin)

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Palpitations (feeling of fast heartbeat)
• Nausea
• Muscle cramps
• Low blood pressure symptoms like light-headedness on standing
• Skin rash

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of severe allergic reaction such as swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat, difficulty breathing
• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Very slow or irregular heartbeat
• Signs of kidney problems such as reduced urination or swelling
• Severe diarrhoea with significant weight loss

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

Olmesartan 40mg + Azelnidipine 8mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should only be used under a doctor's guidance.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Are allergic to olmesartan, azelnidipine, or similar medicines
• Have severe liver disease
• Have severe kidney disease without medical supervision

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have any kidney or liver problems
• Have diabetes, especially if you take medicines that affect potassium levels
• Have a history of low blood pressure or fainting spells
• Have heart problems such as heart failure or recent heart attack
• Are taking any other blood pressure medicines or supplements

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure-lowering medicines (may increase risk of low blood pressure)
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen, which can affect kidney function
• Lithium
• Certain antifungal or antibiotic medicines that affect drug metabolism

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with alcohol?

Alcohol can increase the blood pressure-lowering effect and cause dizziness, so it is best to avoid or limit alcohol.

How long do I need to take this medicine?

This is usually a long-term treatment for blood pressure control; do not stop without consulting your doctor.

Will this medicine cure my high blood pressure permanently?

• No, it controls blood pressure but does not cure the underlying condition; lifestyle changes and regular monitoring are also important.
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