Olmesartan 40mg Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg Tablet

Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets - The medication is primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). By lowering the blood person, the tablets help in preventing heart attacks, strokes, and kidney problems. The medication is a unique amaglamation of two medicines lmown as Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide. Use the medication as prescribed by your healthcare provider for its best results and to rule out the possibility of any potential side effects. The dosage and the duration of Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets will depend on the severity of your medical condition and how your body responds to the treatment. 

Working and Mechanism of Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets
As stated above, the medicine is a combination of two drugs named  Olmesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide which help treat high blood pressure very effectively. Olmesartan-H tablet is a combination of anti-hypertensive and diuretic. Olmesartan medoxomil inhibits the binding of angiotensin II to AT me. This causes AT I mediated vasoconstriction that decreases blood resistance and blood pressure. On the other hand, Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic that produces its action on renal tubular electrolyte reabsorption. It also causes an increase in the excretion of sodium and chloride ions.  It also causes an increase in the secretion of aldosterone secretion, increases in urinary potassium loss, and decreases in serum potassium.

Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets Uses

• Reduces hypertension
• The usage of the medication helps in decreasing the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular events
• Cardiovascular risk management
• Myocardial infarction

Potential Side Effects of Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Medicine

The usage of the medication is considered highly effective and safe. But in some rare cases, the consumption of this medication may lead to some unpleasant adverse reactions. The side effects of this medication are mild, temporary, and resolve on their own, once your body adapts to the medication. However, do consult your doctor, if you feel that the side effects of the medicine are persistent and you are worried about them. 

Some of the common side effects of Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets are:

1. Hypotension 
2. The increased uric acid level in blood
3. Dizziness
4. Upper respiratory tract infection
5. Nausea

Contradictions for Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets

• Absence of urine formation
• Acid-base imbalance
• Abnormal low blood pressure
• Inflammation of the pancreas
• Kidney problem

Quick Precautions To Keep in Mind

• Drugs only to taken only under the prescription of a physician
• Inform the doctor, if you are allergic to any medicine or its combination
• Renal disorder
• Only to be used when prescribed

Direction to Use

Read all medicine instructions and adhere to all guides on the prescription label. On occasion, your doctor could accordingly adjust the dosage of your medication. Follow the medication's instructions exactly. Swallow the Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet as a whole with a glass of water, and try not to crush, chew, or break the tablet. The patient may need to have their blood pressure checked frequently.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. How long does it take Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets to work?
Within two weeks of beginning the medication, you can observe a significant drop in your blood pressure. However, it can take around 8 weeks to fully appreciate the advantages of this medication.
Q. Can the usage of Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Tablets make the patient feel dizzy?
Yes, the consumption of the medication can make you feel lightheaded. You might experience this if you suddenly stand up from a laying or seated position. If you've been lying down or sitting, then get up slowly to lessen the unusual to feel lightheaded or faint.
Q. Can the use of Olmesartan Medoxomil & Hydrochlorothiazide Medicine cause weight gain?
No the consumption of this medicine does not cause any weight gain.