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Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet

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Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Salt Composition

Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg) + Amlodipine (5mg)

Overview Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet

Amlodipine/Atenolol 40mg/5mg tablets combine two medications to effectively manage hypertension. This reduces your long-term risk of stroke and heart attack. These tablets can be taken with or without food, but consistent daily dosing, as directed by your physician, is crucial. Dosage is personalized based on your health and response. Continued use is vital, even if feeling well, as it maintains blood pressure control and reduces cardiovascular risk; discontinue only under your doctor's guidance. Lifestyle modifications, including regular exercise, smoking cessation, and a low-sodium, low-fat diet, enhance the medication's efficacy. Common side effects include peripheral edema, somnolence, vertigo, cephalgia, altered taste, dyspepsia, and fatigue. Due to potential drowsiness and dizziness, avoid activities requiring alertness until the medication's effects are known. Report any persistent or bothersome side effects to your doctor. Inform your physician of any pre-existing kidney or liver conditions, or severe dehydration, before starting treatment. Pregnant or lactating individuals should seek medical advice prior to use. Regular blood pressure monitoring and potential kidney function tests are standard during treatment.

Primary Ingredients of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet

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Uses of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet

Elevated blood pressure

Major Benefits of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Swallow the Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet whole; do not crush, chew, or break it. While you can take it with or without food, consistent timing is recommended.

Common Side effects of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet:

  • Sleepiness
  • Taste change
  • Ankle swelling
  • Headache
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Palpitations
  • Upset stomach
  • Peripheral edema
  • Increased triglyceride level in blood
  • Increased uric acid level in blood
  • Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
  • Muscle cramp
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Increased liver enzymes

How to use Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding the dosage and treatment length for this medication. Swallow the 40mg/5mg Olkem AM tablet whole; avoid crushing, chewing, or breaking it. This medication can be ingested with or without food, although consistent timing is recommended.

How Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet works:

Each Olkem AM 40mg/5mg tablet merges olmesartan medoxomil, an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), with amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker (CCB), to achieve effective blood pressure reduction. This dual action relaxes blood vessels and enhances cardiac output, thereby improving blood circulation.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholUNSAFE

Combining Olkem AM 40mg/5mg tablets with alcohol is inadvisable.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Olkem AM 40mg/5mg tablets during pregnancy poses a confirmed risk to the fetus. Prescribing it is unlikely except in life-threatening circumstances where the potential benefits outweigh the known hazards. Always seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg tablets while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available human data indicate potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

Driving may be impaired by side effects of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablets, including dizziness, headache, nausea, or fatigue, which can reduce concentration.

KidneyKidneyCAUTION

Patients with severe kidney impairment should exercise caution when using Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablets. Dosage modification of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablets may be necessary. Physician consultation is recommended. Regular blood pressure checks are suggested to guide dosage changes.

LiverLiverCAUTION

Patients with liver impairment should use Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablets cautiously, potentially requiring dosage modification. A physician's consultation is recommended. For such patients, initiation is at a reduced dose, gradually escalated under close supervision.

What if you forget to take Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet :

Should you forget to take your Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet, administer it immediately. If, however, your next dose is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual medication schedule. Never take a double dose.

Facts to Know About Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet

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Treatment Category Heart

FAQs on Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet

Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet may lower your blood pressure noticeably within two weeks, though optimal results typically appear within eight weeks. Consult your doctor with any concerns, but don't discontinue use without their advice.
To minimize dizziness, your doctor might recommend taking your first dose of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet before bed. Subsequent doses can be taken at any time of day, but consistency is key—take it at the same time daily.
Dizziness is a possible side effect of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet, particularly upon standing after lying or sitting. To minimize this risk, stand up slowly from a lying or seated position.
To maximize the benefits of Olkem AM 40mg/5mg and maintain your health, adopt a healthy lifestyle. This includes a low-sodium diet, stress management techniques (yoga, meditation, hobbies), sufficient sleep, and quitting smoking and alcohol. Regular exercise and a balanced diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and low-fat options are also crucial. Consult your doctor for personalized guidance.
Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablets are not associated with weight gain. Rarely, significant weight loss due to chronic diarrhea might occur. If diarrhea develops while taking this medication and other causes are ruled out, your doctor may recommend alternative treatment.
Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet may cause serious side effects such as skin rash or itching, joint pain, rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath or chest tightness, muscle aches, tenderness, or weakness (unrelated to exercise), and swelling in the hands, feet, or ankles. High potassium levels, indicated by nausea, diarrhea, muscle weakness, and irregular heartbeat, are also possible. Seek immediate medical attention if any of these occur.
Certain blood pressure medications, such as diuretics like hydrochlorothiazide, might impair erectile function. Conversely, some blood pressure drugs may actually improve it. Discuss any concerns or changes with your doctor. Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet use shows no proven impact on male or female fertility.
Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet may be a lifelong medication for managing high blood pressure; it doesn't offer a cure. Continue taking it even with controlled blood pressure. While generally safe for long-term use, it can sometimes affect kidney function. Your doctor may order regular blood tests (urea, creatinine, potassium) to monitor kidney health.
Olkem AM 40mg/5mg Tablet
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MRP 291
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