Olmesat 20

Composition of Olmesat 20

Olmesat 20 contains Olmesartan medoxomil 20 mg. It belongs to the Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) class of medicines.

Uses of Olmesat 20

Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure); may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensives to reduce risk of cardiovascular events associated with uncontrolled BP.

Key benefits

• Lowers high blood pressure
• reduces risk of stroke and heart attack due to uncontrolled BP
• protects kidneys in hypertension
• improves vascular relaxation

How Olmesat 20 works

Olmesartan medoxomil is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). It blocks AT1 receptors, preventing angiotensin II–mediated vasoconstriction and aldosterone release, thereby lowering blood pressure and reducing strain on the heart.

How to take Olmesat 20

Tablet for oral use. Take once daily at the same time each day, with or without food, as prescribed by a doctor. Swallow whole with water; do not stop suddenly without medical advice.

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

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

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 Olmesat 20

Most side effects of Olmesat are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• dizziness
• headache
• fatigue
• low blood pressure
• increased potassium (hyperkalemia)
• nausea
• diarrhea
• back pain

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 Olmesat 20

Warnings and precautions

Not recommended in pregnancy (can harm the unborn baby); stop and consult a doctor if pregnancy occurs. Use caution in kidney disease, liver impairment, dehydration/volume depletion, and in patients with high potassium; periodic monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function and serum potassium is advised. Rare: severe sprue-like enteropathy (chronic diarrhea/weight loss) has been reported with olmesartan—seek medical advice if persistent diarrhea occurs. May cause dizziness—use caution while driving.

Do not take Olmesat 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

Potassium supplements/potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone, amiloride), ACE inhibitors or aliskiren (increased risk of kidney problems/hyperkalemia; avoid especially in diabetes), NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, diclofenac) may reduce antihypertensive effect and worsen kidney function, lithium (increased lithium levels/toxicity), other antihypertensives (additive BP lowering).

How to store Olmesat 20

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Olmesat 20

Blood pressure medicines work only while you take them — do not stop because you feel well. Tell your doctor at once if you become pregnant or are planning a pregnancy. Keep a home blood-pressure record if your doctor has asked for one.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

BIOCON LTD`

Therapeutic class:

Antihypertensive

Drug class:

Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)