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Olkem 40 mg Tablet
Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg)
Olkem 40 mg Tablet is used for hypertension (high blood pressure).
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹405₹27.03 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg)
Available variants: tablet 40 mg 15`S
Best price: ₹405 (₹27.03 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ALKEM LAB
Ordering notes
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Composition of Olkem 40 mg Tablet
Olkem 40 mg Tablet contains Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg). It belongs to the Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor class of medicines.
Uses of Olkem 40 mg Tablet
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Key benefits
- In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Both of the medicines in this combination work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Together they help to relax blood vessels and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack
- stroke
- or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine
- but it works in the long term to keep you well.
How Olkem 40 mg Tablet works
Olkem 40 AM Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Olmesartan Medoxomil and Amlodipine which lower blood pressure effectively. Olmesartan Medoxomil is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB). They work by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
How to take Olkem 40 mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, with dizziness, fainting and a fast or slow pulse. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Olkem 40 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Olkem are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Sleepiness Taste change Ankle swelling Headache Flushing (sense of warmth in the face
- ears
- neck and trunk) Dizziness Tiredness Palpitations Stomach upset Increased potassium level in blood
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Olkem 40 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Olkem 40 AM Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br>There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Olkem 40 AM Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol CAUTION |
| Driving | Driving CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Kidney | Olkem 40 AM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Olkem 40 AM Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br>Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment. |
| Liver | Olkem 40 AM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Olkem 40 AM Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<br>Olkem 40 AM Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Stand up slowly for the first few days — dizziness on rising is common when you start or your dose goes up. Stop and seek urgent care if your lips, tongue, face or throat swell, or you have difficulty breathing. A persistent dry, tickly cough can be caused by the ACE inhibitor group; tell your doctor rather than stopping on your own, as an alternative exists. Your doctor will check your kidney function and potassium after starting and after any dose change. Do not use salt substitutes containing potassium without asking your doctor.
Do not take Olkem if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Must not be used in pregnancy — it can seriously harm the developing baby. Not for people with narrowing of both kidney arteries, or a history of swelling of the face and throat caused by this group of medicines.
Interactions with other medicines
Anti-inflammatory painkillers reduce the effect and can harm the kidneys when combined. Potassium supplements, potassium-sparing water tablets and salt substitutes can push potassium too high. Lithium levels rise when taken with these medicines.
How to store Olkem 40 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Olkem 40 mg Tablet
Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that provides better blood pressure control than either medicine alone. It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Avoid consuming alcohol as it may enhance the blood pressure lowering effect of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet. It can cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down and talk to your doctor if it does not go away. Do not take Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ALKEM LAB
- Therapeutic class:
- CARDIAC
- Drug class:
- Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor
- Chemical class:
- Biphenyl derivative
Substitutes for Olkem 40 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Olkem 40 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olmeblu 40 TabletBlue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹98 | 76% cheaper |
| Olmighty 40 H TabletMerck Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹137 | 66% cheaper |
| Olsertain 40 mg TabletDr Reddys Laboratories Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹231 | 43% cheaper |
| Olvance 40 mg TabletSUN PHARMA 2 | tablet · 10`S | ₹265 | 35% cheaper |
| Olmetor-40Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 10`S | ₹281 | 31% cheaper |
| Olmy 40 TabletZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹318 | 22% cheaper |
| Olmat 40 mg TabletMICRO LABS | tablet · 15`S | ₹330 | 19% cheaper |
| Olmark 40 mg TabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹370 | 9% cheaper |
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Olkem 40 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Olkem 40 mg Tablet used for?
Olkem 40 mg Tablet is commonly used for Hypertension (high blood pressure). Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Olkem 40 mg Tablet?
Olkem 40 mg Tablet contains Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Olkem 40 mg Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Olkem 40 mg Tablet work?
Olkem 40 AM Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Olmesartan Medoxomil and Amlodipine which lower blood pressure effectively.
Is Olkem 40 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Olkem 40 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Olkem 40 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Olkem are Sleepiness
Taste change
Ankle swelling
Headache
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Dizziness
Tiredness
Palpitations
Stomach upset
Increased potassium level in blood. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Olkem 40 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Olkem 40 AM Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br>There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening... Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Olkem.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Olkem 40 mg Tablet?
Alcohol CAUTION
What if I miss a dose of Olkem 40 mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Olkem 40 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Olkem 40 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Olkem 40 mg Tablet?
Olmeblu 40 Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹98 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Olkem 40 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Olkem 40 mg Tablet starts at ₹405 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 40 mg 15`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Olkem 40 mg Tablet?
Olkem 40 mg Tablet is manufactured by ALKEM LAB. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Olkem 40 mg Tablet delivered?
Olkem 40 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Olkem 40 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹405 (₹27.03 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- ALKEM LAB
- Manufacturer
- ALKEM LAB
- Therapeutic class
- CARDIAC
- Drug class
- Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor
- Chemical class
- Biphenyl derivative
- Action class
- Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs)
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 40 mg 15`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Olkem 40 mg Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Olkem 40 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.