Olmesartan Medoxomil
What It Is Used For
Olmesartan lowers high blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels. It is often combined with amlodipine or a water tablet.
How to Take It
Usually 20 mg once a day, with or without food. The doctor may increase it to 40 mg. Take it at the same time each day and do not stop without asking your doctor.
Who Should Not Take It
Do not take it if you are allergic to olmesartan, are pregnant, have blocked bile flow, or have diabetes or kidney problems and take aliskiren.
Side Effects
Common: dizziness, headache and tiredness. It can raise blood potassium. Rarely it causes long-lasting severe diarrhoea with weight loss, even months or years after starting. Tell your doctor if this happens.
Precautions
Kidney function and potassium should be checked. Dizziness is more likely if you are dehydrated or take water tablets.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Do not take it in pregnancy; it can harm the baby. If you become pregnant, stop and see your doctor. Not recommended while breastfeeding.
Interactions
Potassium supplements and potassium-sparing diuretics can raise potassium. Painkillers like ibuprofen can reduce its effect. It can raise lithium levels. Antacids with colesevelam should be taken at a different time.
Storage
Store below 30°C in a dry place, out of the reach of children.
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