Olmecip 20 Mg Tablet

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2558

USA Brand Name

Benicar

Strength

20mg

Generic Name

Olmesartan Medoxomil

Manufacturer

Cipla, India

## Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil)

## What Is The Generic Name For Olmecip:

Olmesartan Medoxomil is the generic version for Olmecip

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil)

Benicar

## About Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil)

Olmesartan Medoxomil is the active moiety belongs to antihypertensive category which is used in the treatment of Hypertension and Heart Failure. It is the prescription based drug widely available at all the drugstores, leading pharmacy, and medical supply stores.

## Manufacturer :

Cipla (India) is one of the top leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Olmecip 20 mg.

## Strength :

Olmecip 20 mg contains an active moiety, Olmesartan Medoxomil, 20 mg per tablet which is available in the various strengths and other substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil):

Olmecip 20 mg is used in the treatment of:

Hypertension

Heart Failure

Heart Attack and Stroke

## How Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil) Works:

Olmecip 20 mg has an active ingredient, Olmesartan Medoxomil; an angiotensin receptor blocker which relaxes the blood vessels. Thus, lowers the blood pressure and reduces the workload of the heart

## Before You Use Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Olmesartan Medoxomil

You do not take alcohol

Your doctor knows about your Pre-existing disease, surgeries, Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil):

You should avoid taking alcohol

Avoid Potassium-Rich Diet or supplements like Banana and Broccoli

Avoid Driving or Machine Operating Jobs

You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil):

You should avoid Olmecip 20 mg if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

Have Severe Liver/Kidney Impairment

Have Swelling of Lips, Throat, and Tongue which may affect Breathing

Are Pregnant/Conceiving

Have any other serious condition

Always consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to it

Have any Heart Disease

Have any Kidney/Liver Disease

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive/Breastfeeding

Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies.

## Dosage :

Olmecip 20 mg contains Olmesartan Medoxomil, which is used in the treatment of Hypertension and also available in other substitutes with various strengths and should be given on prescription only. Olmecip 20 mg is an effective medicine and provides relief for a long time but you should always consult your doctor for duration and dose of the dosage form as age and severity of the disease differ in every individual.

Adults are advised to take Olmecip 20 mg at a fixed time with or without food. Do not consume larger or smaller amounts than Prescribed. It is better to take the medicine at bedtime. It must be given with caution in kidney patients. Also, avoid potassium-rich food like banana or broccoli while taking this medicine.

## How Much Of The Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil) to Be Used:

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Olmecip 20 mg. It is advisable to not to take Potassium-Rich Diet or Supplements while taking this medicine.

## How To Take The Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil):

Olmecip 20 mg dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water without chewing or crushing it. You may take it with or without food.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil)

You are always advised to take Olmecip 20 mg as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a larger amount or for a longer time than recommended. Also, do not stop using on your own even if you are feeling good.

## Overdose :

Contact your doctor or reach nearby medical facility immediately if you are suspecting the overdose symptoms like fever, chills, body and joint pain, weakness and fatigue, swelling of feet and legs, etc.

## Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Olmecip 20 mg should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once. Try to take every dose at a fixed time without missing any dose to get better results. Talk to your doctor if you missed more than one doses.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Olmecip 20 Mg (Olmesartan Medoxomil)

Body Pain

Headache

Chills

Nasal Congestion

Unusual redness and Weakness

Blood in Urine

Joint Pain

Swelling of Feet or Lower Legs

Bladder Pain

Diarrhea

Dry Mouth

Increased Urination

Acid or Sour Stomach

Skin Rash

Heartburn

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Olmecip 20 mg may interact with other medicines you are already taking and this interaction can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always consult your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal/ Mineral Supplements. Avoid excess of beverages or alcohol while taking this medicine. It interacts with the following medicines:

Dexamethasone

Aliskiren

Captopril

Insulin

Diclofenac

It interacts with few diseased conditions like:

Congestive Heart Failure

## Warning And Precaution:

Olmecip 20 mg should be used very cautiously in:

Impaired Liver/Renal Function

Hypotension

Hyperkalemia

Hypersensitivity

Pregnant and Breastfeeding women

It is not recommended for Breastfeeding Mothers as it can cause fatal injury or death to the baby.

Consult your doctor to get the best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep monitoring your Kidney function

Schedule a Healthy Diet and Exercise routine

Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods like Banana and Broccoli.

Keep out of reach of children

Consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding the dose, time, and strength of the tablet

## Indications:

Do not stop taking Olmecip 20 mg in between the therapy or do not take it for longer than recommended by your physician

## Storage :

Store the Olmecip 20 mg at room temperature in dark, clean and dry place. Make sure that the tablets should be intact and not damaged while you are purchasing and storing.