Expert advice for Olsertain-CT Tablet
You have been prescribed Olsertain-CT 40mg/12.5mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure. It decreases the risk of stroke and heart attacks. It can be taken with or without food. Olsertain-CT 40mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth. It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Olsertain-CT 40mg/12.5mg Tablet is not safe to use if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Composition
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Olmesartan (40mg) + Chlorthalidone (12.5mg) |
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Potentially Unsafe With
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Alcohol |
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Side Effect
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Common
Nausea, Altered taste, Diarrhoea, Stomach upset, Weakness, Headache, Dizziness, Increased blood uric acid, Increased blood lipid level, Electrolyte imbalance, Glucose intolerance, Decreased blood pressure. |
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How to works
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How Olsertain-CT Tablet works
Olsertain-CT 40mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Olmesartan and chlorthalidone which lower blood pressure effectively. Olmesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow. |
