Olmezest 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 6.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 60.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Olmesartan medoxomil |
| Company | Sun pharmaceutical bangladesh ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treats hypertension
- May be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents
Pharmacology
- Blocks vasoconstrictor effects of angiotensin II
- Selective binding to AT 1 receptor in vascular smooth muscle
- Does not inhibit ACE (kininase II)
Dosage & Administration
- Usual recommended starting dose is 20 mg once daily
- May be increased to 40 mg for further reduction in blood pressure
- No initial dosage adjustment recommended for elderly patients
Interaction
- No significant drug interactions reported with digoxin or warfarin
- Bioavailability not altered by antacids
- Not metabolized by the cytochrome P450 system
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to any component of the product
Side Effects
- Well tolerated with adverse reaction incidence similar to placebo
- Most common adverse reaction is dizziness
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Discontinue when pregnancy is detected
- Potential excretion in human milk
- Consideration for discontinuing nursing
Precautions & Warnings
- May cause changes in renal function
- Associated with oliguria, progressive azotemia, and acute renal failure in susceptible individuals
Overdose Effects
- Likely effects include hypotension and tachycardia
- Consider gastric lavage or induction of emesis if intake is recent
Therapeutic Class
- Angiotensin-II receptor blocker
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C, protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C29H30N6O6
Common Questions
- Uses of Olmezest 10 mg Tablet: Treats high blood pressure
- Average time for peak effect is around 1 day to 1 week
- Generally used once or twice a day
- Oral consumption advised
- Storage at room temperature away from heat and direct light
Quick Tips
- Take at the same time every day
- May cause dizziness initially
- Doctor may monitor urea, creatinine, and potassium levels
- Avoid anti-inflammatory medicines without consulting doctor
- May increase potassium levels in the blood
- Do not take if pregnant or breastfeeding
- Do not stop suddenly without consulting doctor