| Active Ingredient | Olmesartan Medoxomil |
| Brand | |
| Country of origin | India |
| Form | Oral Tablet |
Olmesoon 40mg Tablet contains Olmesartan Medoxomil as its active ingredient. It is prescribed for managing high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart-related problems. This medicine is either prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines.
Clinical Uses
Olmesoon 40 mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension and heart failure. It is also used to prevent severe cardiovascular events such as stroke and heart attack. Moreover, it helps preserve kidney functions in patients with diabetes.
How It Works
Olmesartan Medoxomil in Olmesoon 40mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). It blocks the angiostensin II, which is a substance that is responsible for narrowing and tightening the blood vessels. By blocking this substance, Olmesartan 40mg Tablet relaxes and widens the blood vessels. As a result, it allows smooth blood flow to different organs of the body and the heart to pump more efficiently. This is how it helps lower blood pressure.
Side Effects
Side effects of Olmesoon 40mg include:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Back pain
- Sore throat
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Diarrhea
If these symptoms become persistent or if any unusual symptoms occur, visit your doctor to manage the symptoms.
Precautions & Warnings
- Olmesoon 40mg Tablet is not safe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby.
- It is not recommended to use Olmesoon 40 mg Tablet as it may pass into the breast milk causing harm to the infant.
- Alcohol consumption should be avoided while taking Olmesoon 40mg Tablet.
- Olmesoon 40mg Tablet may cause dizziness and affect the ability to drive. So, it is advised to not drive while taking this medicine.
- Patients with kidney or liver disease should use this medicine with caution.
- If you are allergic to Olmesartan Medoxomil or any other ingredient in Olmesoon 40 mg Tablet, you should not take this medicine. If you get any allergic reactions you should consult a doctor.
Drug Interactions
Inform your doctor about any other medicines you are taking. Do not combine Olmesoon 40 mg Tablet along with other blood pressure medicines, potassium supplements, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines, and diuretics.
Medicines that can interact with Olmesoon 40mg Tablet include:
- Enalaprilat
- Amiloride
- Enalapril
- Lithium
- Fosinolopril
- Tizanidine
- Sodium nitrite
- Potassium phosphate
- Benazepril
- Captopril
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