Olmesartan Medoxomil 20 mg + Amlodipine 5 mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg

Olmesartan Medoxomil 20 mg + Amlodipine 5 mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine combination is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults who need more than one medicine to keep their blood pressure under control.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Long-term control of high blood pressure
• Used when a single blood pressure medicine is not enough
• Helps reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems linked to high blood pressure

HOW IT WORKS

• Olmesartan blocks a hormone (angiotensin II) that narrows blood vessels, helping them relax
• Amlodipine relaxes and widens blood vessels by blocking calcium entry into vessel walls
• Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that helps the kidneys remove extra salt and water, lowering fluid volume in the blood
• Together, these three actions lower blood pressure more effectively than one medicine alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for immediate relief of a sudden severe rise in blood pressure (hypertensive emergency)
• Not used to treat chest pain (angina) as a first-choice medicine
• Not a treatment for heart failure on its own
• Not for use in pregnancy or for children

How to Use Olmesartan Medoxomil 20 mg + Amlodipine 5 mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Swallow the tablet whole 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 it suddenly even if you feel well, as blood pressure needs continuous control
• Continue regular blood pressure checks and follow-up visits as advised

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 as usual
• 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 in the original pack until it is time to take the tablet
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Olmesartan Medoxomil 20 mg + Amlodipine 5 mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

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

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Muscle cramps
• Nausea or upset stomach
• Low blood pressure feeling (light-headedness on standing)
• Dry mouth or increased thirst
• Changes in blood sugar or uric acid levels

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe dizziness, fainting, or very low blood pressure
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat, or difficulty breathing (allergic reaction)
• Very low urine output or signs of kidney problems
• Severe diarrhoea with significant weight loss
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Irregular heartbeat or muscle weakness (signs of electrolyte imbalance)

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

Olmesartan Medoxomil 20 mg + Amlodipine 5 mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under the supervision of a registered doctor.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have a known allergy to olmesartan, amlodipine, hydrochlorothiazide, or other sulfonamide-derived medicines
• Have severe kidney disease or are on dialysis
• Have severe liver disease
• Have a condition causing very low blood pressure

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have diabetes
• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have gout or high uric acid levels
• Have had recent severe vomiting or diarrhoea
• Are elderly or have heart disease
• Are taking any other blood pressure medicines or supplements containing potassium

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure-lowering medicines
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Lithium
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen
• Certain diabetes medicines
• Other diuretics

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with other blood pressure tablets?

Only if your doctor specifically advises it, as combining medicines can lower blood pressure too much.

Will this medicine cure my high blood pressure permanently?

No, it controls blood pressure but must be taken long-term along with lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor.

Can I drink alcohol while on this medicine?

• It is best to avoid or limit alcohol, as it can increase dizziness and lower blood pressure further.
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