Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg) + Amlodipine (5mg)

Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg) + Amlodipine (5mg) — Uses and Benefits

This combination medicine is mainly used to control high blood pressure (hypertension) 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 blood pressure is not controlled by a single medicine alone
• Helps reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems linked to long-term high blood pressure

HOW IT WORKS

• Olmesartan blocks angiotensin II, a chemical that narrows blood vessels, allowing them to relax and widen
• Amlodipine blocks calcium channels in blood vessel walls, reducing muscle tightening and easing blood flow
• Together they lower blood pressure more effectively than either medicine alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for treating sudden, severe (emergency) high blood pressure spikes
• Not a painkiller or fever medicine
• Not used to treat chest pain (angina) as a first-line treatment
• Not meant for children unless specifically advised by a specialist

How to Use Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg) + Amlodipine (5mg)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Can be taken with or without food, at the same time each day
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Do not stop taking it suddenly even if you feel well, as blood pressure may rise again
• Continue regular blood pressure checks as advised by your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in original packaging until ready to use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg) + Amlodipine (5mg) — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Swelling of ankles or feet
• Tiredness or fatigue
• Flushing (warmth or redness of skin)

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Muscle cramps or joint pain
• Palpitations (fast or irregular heartbeat)
• Stomach upset
• Low blood pressure symptoms like lightheadedness on standing

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of allergic reaction: swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat, difficulty breathing
• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Chest pain
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Severe, watery diarrhoea with significant weight loss
• Very slow or irregular heartbeat

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

Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg) + Amlodipine (5mg) — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should not be taken without a doctor's advice.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have a known allergy to olmesartan, amlodipine, or other similar medicines
• Have severe liver disease
• Are on dialysis or have severe kidney problems, unless advised by a specialist

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have heart failure or a history of heart attack
• Have diabetes
• Are on a low-salt or potassium-restricted diet
• Are taking diuretics (water pills) or other blood pressure medicines
• Have had recent severe diarrhoea or dehydration

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 antifungal or HIV medicines
• Simvastatin (may need dose adjustment)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine during pregnancy?

No, this medicine can harm an unborn baby and should not be taken during pregnancy.

How long do I need to take this medicine?

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

Can I drink alcohol while on this medicine?

• Alcohol can increase dizziness and lower blood pressure further, so it is best to limit or avoid it.
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