Uses of Olmesartan
Olmesartan is used in the treatment of high blood pressure
Decreasing high blood pressure lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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Olmesartan side effects
Common
Dizziness, Back pain, Sinus inflammation, Increased potassium level in blood.
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How to use Olmesartan
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. Olmetime-Amh 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Olmetime-Amh 20 Tablet works
Olmesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.
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Uses of Amlodipine
Amlodipine is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and chest pain (Angina).
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Amlodipine side effects
Common
Fatigue, Ankle swelling, Sleepiness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Headache, Nausea, Dizziness, Palpitations, Edema, Abdominal pain.
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How to use Amlodipine
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. Olmetime-Amh 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Olmetime-Amh 20 Tablet works
Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
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Uses of Hydrochlorothiazide
Hydrochlorothiazide is used in high blood pressure and oedema.
It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.
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Hydrochlorothiazide side effects
Common
Headache, Nausea, Increased blood uric acid, Decreased potassium level in blood, Glucose intolerance, Altered blood lipids.
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How to use Hydrochlorothiazide
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. Olmetime-Amh 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Olmetime-Amh 20 Tablet works
Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic. It lowers blood pressure and fluid retention in edema by removing the extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.
In Depth Information on Olmetime-Amh 20 Tablet
Expert advice for Olmesartan
Olmesartan can be taken with or without food but preferably be taken at the same time of the day. It is best to take the first dose before bed to reduce symptomatic hypotension. Olmesartan may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli. Inform your doctor immediately if you have rapid swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat that may affect breathing. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Expert advice for Amlodipine
It is very common to have dizziness, lightheadedness, swelling ankles/feet, flushing, or a headache as a side effect. To lower your risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if it worsens (for example, your blood pressure readings remain high or increase, chest pain continues or worsens). Inform your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: fast/irregular/pounding heartbeat, fainting. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.
Expert advice for Hydrochlorothiazide
Hydrochlorothiazide helps lower blood pressure and also removes excess water from your body. Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate. May cause dizziness in the initial days of treatment. Monitor your blood pressure after starting Hydrochlorothiazide, and notify your doctor if it hasn't gone down. Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that doesn't go away. Requires routine blood tests to monitor your kidney function.
