Olmat-H Tablet
1 Strip of 10 Tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg) + Olmesartan (20mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Micro Labs Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Olmat-H Tablet is a combination of two medicines that helps to control high blood pressure in different ways. Olmat-H Tablet is a combination of two medicines that helps to control high blood pressure in different ways. If high blood pressure is not treated it can lead to heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure.
Olmat-H Tablet is a combination of two medicines:
How long does it take for Olmat-H Tablet to show its effects?
You may start to notice a decrease in your blood pressure within 2 weeks of taking Olmat-H Tablet. However, it may take around 8 weeks to experience the full benefits of this medicine.
At what time of the day should I take Olmat-H Tablet?
Your doctor may recommend taking your first dose before bedtime, as this medicine can cause dizziness. After the initial dose, you can take Olmat-H Tablet at any time of the day. It is essential to take this medicine at the same time every day.
Can I feel dizzy after taking Olmat-H Tablet?
Yes, Olmat-H Tablet can cause dizziness, especially when you suddenly stand up from a lying or sitting position. To minimize the risk of dizziness or fainting, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
What lifestyle changes should I make while taking Olmat-H Tablet?
To get the most out of Olmat-H Tablet and maintain your overall health, consider making the following lifestyle changes: avoid excessive salt in your diet, manage stress through yoga, meditation, or a hobby, get a good night's sleep, stop smoking and alcohol consumption, exercise regularly, and maintain a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables, and fat-free products. Consult your doctor for personalized guidance.
Does Olmat-H Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Olmat-H Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, in rare cases, chronic diarrhea with significant weight loss may occur. If you experience diarrhea while taking Olmat-H Tablet and no other cause can be identified, your doctor may advise you to discontinue the medication and recommend an alternative.
What are the serious side effects of Olmat-H Tablet?
Serious side effects of Olmat-H Tablet include skin rash or itchiness, painful joints, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath or tightness in the chest, aching, tender, or weak muscles not caused by exercise, and swelling of the hands, feet, or ankles. Olmat-H Tablet may also cause symptoms indicating high potassium levels in the blood, such as nausea, diarrhea, muscle weakness, and changes in heart rhythm. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
Can Olmat-H Tablet affect my fertility or sex life?
Some blood pressure medications, including water pills like hydrochlorothiazide, may affect a man's ability to achieve or maintain an erection (erectile dysfunction). However, other blood pressure medications may actually improve erectile dysfunction. If you are concerned or notice changes, consult your doctor. There is no conclusive evidence suggesting any impact on the fertility of either men or women with the use of Olmat-H Tablet.
For how long do I need to take Olmat-H Tablet? Is it safe to take long-term?
You may need to take Olmat-H Tablet for the rest of your life. Olmat-H Tablet controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Do not stop taking it even if your blood pressure is well controlled. Olmat-H Tablet is generally considered safe for long-term use. However, long-term use may affect kidney function, and your doctor may prescribe regular blood tests to monitor your kidney health.
Can I take Olmat-H Tablet before surgery?
Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Olmat-H Tablet 24 hours before surgery. This is because Olmat-H Tablet can further lower your blood pressure when used with anesthetics. Inform your doctor that you are taking Olmat-H Tablet if you will be given general anesthetics or are scheduled for surgery.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olmat-H Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- You have been prescribed Olmat-H Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- Olmat-H Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, very dry mouth or muscle weakness.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Use of Olmat-H Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
Olmat-H Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeed
Olmat-H Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Olmat-H Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
