Olmesan 20 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (2 x 15: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 150.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Olmesartan medoxomil |
Company | Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd |
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Indications
- Treatment of hypertension
- May be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents
Pharmacology
- Blocks vasoconstrictor effects of angiotensin II
- Selective AT 1 receptor blocker in vascular smooth muscle
- Does not inhibit ACE
- Does not affect response to bradykinin
Dosage & Administration
- Usual recommended starting dose of 20 mg once daily
- May be increased to 40 mg for further reduction in blood pressure
- No advantage of twice-daily dosing over once daily
- No initial dosage adjustment for elderly patients
- May be administered with or without food
Interaction
- No significant drug interactions reported with digoxin or warfarin
- Bioavailability not significantly altered by antacids
- Not metabolized by cytochrome P450 system
- Potential interaction with NSAIDs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the product
Side Effects
- Well-tolerated with similar incidence of adverse reactions as placebo
- Dizziness, back pain, diarrhea, headache, and others
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Discontinue when pregnancy is detected
- Can cause injury to developing fetus
- Potential excretion in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- May cause changes in renal function
- Associated with oliguria, progressive azotemia, and acute renal failure
Overdose Effects
- Hypotension and tachycardia are likely effects of overdose
- Supportive cardiovascular system treatment required
Therapeutic Class
- Angiotensin II receptor blocker
Storage Conditions
- Store in cool & dry place below 30°C
- Protect from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C29H30N6O6
- Chemical Structure: Image provided (URL)
Common Questions
- Uses for treating high blood pressure
- Time for peak effect, frequency of use, and administration instructions
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