PRODUCT DETAILS

About Olmedox H 40mg Tablet

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL belongs to a group of medications called 'anti-hypertensives' primarily used for lowering high blood pressure (hypertension) by removing extra fluid (electrolytes) from the body. High blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood's force against the artery wall is high. As a result, it increases the risk of heart-related diseases like heart attack, heart failure, stroke, irregular heartbeat, and other complications

Uses of Olmedox H 40mg Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Medicinal Benefits of Olmedox H 40mg Tablet

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL is primarily used to treat high blood pressure. HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL is a combination of two medicines, namely: Olmesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. Olmesartan medoximil is a prodrug and breaks down into active form, i.e., olmesartan once absorbed in the GIT (Gastrointestinal tract). It is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) that blocks the hormone angiotensin and relaxes blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly in the blood vessels, and the heart can pump more efficiently. Hydrochlorothiazide (diuretic or water pill); removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Together, both lower fluid overload, blood pressure, improves blood flow, and reduce the future risk of a heart attack.

Directions for Use

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Always take HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. Swallow HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL with a full glass of water.

Side Effects of Olmedox H 40mg Tablet

Like all medicines, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL also has some side effects, though it is not mandatory for everyone to experience them. Some common side effects experienced include cold symptoms like stuffy nose/sore throat, nausea, upset stomach, headache, high level of uric acid, diarrhoea, electrolyte imbalance, dehydration, dizziness, decreased blood pressure. Most of the side effects of HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent or if you experience any other side-effect continuously while taking HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL, reach out to your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not use HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or unable to urinate (anuria). If you have diabetes and taking HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL with other blood pressure-lowering pills like 'aliskiren' immediately stop taking both together and consult a doctor. Besides this, it is contraindicated in low blood pressure (hypotension), cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping of blood flow to the heart), and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL may pass into breast milk, so before starting HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL, either you need to stop nursing, or you should not take HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL while breastfeeding. Please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL as it needs to be stopped because it might lower the blood pressure further if taken along with local anaesthesia. Avoid intake of potassium salt or its substitute while using HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL to avoid any electrolytes imbalance. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

This medicine may interact with an antidepressant (lithium), heart rhythm controlling medicines (digoxin), blood thinner (aspirin), antidiabetic medicines (metformin, insulin), medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (sildenafil), medicines used to lower cholesterol levels (simvastatin), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine), and other anti-hypertensive medicines (atenolol, aliskiren, enalapril, lisinopril, ramipril, metoprolol), pain killers (ibuprofen), medicines for treating stomach ulcers (carbenoxolone)

Drug-Disease Interaction:

The efficacy of HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL is affected, and the disease condition may even worsen if taken in patients with a recent or history of heart attack, low blood pressure, low potassium level, low electrolytes (sodium, potassium, calcium, etc.), anuria (non-passage of urine), angioedema (an allergic condition with swelling under the skin), lupus (an autoimmune disease), kidney disease, liver disease, asthma, diabetes.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended not to consume alcohol and HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage.

PREGNANCY

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL is not recommended during pregnancy as it is a category D pregnancy drug. This medicine may cause fetal damage and can affect the unborn baby (fetus).

BREAST FEEDING

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL is known to pass breast milk, but its effect on the baby is not known. So, before breastfeeding, let your doctor know about this. Either you need to stop breastfeeding for using HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL, or you need to stop takingHYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL.

DRIVING

Drive with caution, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.

LIVER

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

KIDNEY

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE+OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of kidney disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.