Olmesartan is generally used in treatment of the treatment of high blood pressure. Chlorthalidone is generally used in treatment of high blood pressure and oedema Used in treatement of oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.
Side effects
Altered blood lipids
Back pain
Decreased potassium level in blood
Dizziness
Glucose intolerance
Headache
Increased blood uric acid
Increased potassium level in blood
Nausea
Sinus inflammation
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Olmesartan, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Olmesartan is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food. Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Chlorthalidone, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Chlorthalidone is to be taken with food.
How it works
Olmesartan belongs to the category of angiotensin receptor blockers(ARB). It blocks the harmone angiotensin that helps relax the blood vessels and allow the blood to flow smoothly helping the heart to pump blood more efficiently.art to pump more efficiently. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic drug. It helps lower blood pressure and swelling by eliminiating the excessive electrolytes and water from the body. It also helps in relaxing the blood vessles, thus improving the blood flow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Olmesartan medoxomil? Olmesartan medoxomil is available as olmezest or Benicar is an angiotensin II receptor blocker. It is not beta blocker or ACE inhibitor
Q. Is Olmesartan better than telmisartan or losartan? No, the effects of Olmesartan, telmisartan or losartan are similar but may vary upon individual response
Q. Is Olmesartan a blood thinner / statin? No, Olmesartan decreases the pressure in the blood vessels and increases the amount of fluid removed from the blood by the kidneys
Q. Is Olmesartan safe? Olmesartan is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Does Olmesartan cause impotence? No, Olmesartan does not cause impotence.
Q. What is Chlorthalidone/Hydrazine 12.5? Chlorthalidone belongs to class of medications called thiazide diuretics
Q. Is Chlorthalidone/Hydrazine 12.5 a generic drug? Yes, Chlorthalidone is the generic name and hydrazine 12.5 is brand name
Q. Is Chlorthalidone an ace inhibitor/potassium sparing diuretic/sulfa drug/benzodiazepine/a blood thinner? No, Chlorthalidone belongs to class of medication called as thiazide diuretics
Q. Is Chlorthalidone a water pill? Yes, it is a diuretic and also called as ‘water pill'
Q. Is Chlorthalidone better than hydrochlorothiazide? Chlorthalidone and hydrochlorothiazide belongs to same category of drugs with similar action, but their effect may vary upon individual response
Expert Advice
You have been prescribed Olmesartan to improve your blood pressure.Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack & stroke.It may also be used to treat chronic (long-standing) heart failure.It protects kidney function, which is especially useful for people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney diseases.Olmesartan can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Take it preferably at bedtime and rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.Olmesartan may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.Do not take Olmesartan during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Olmesartan.
Chlorthalidone helps lower blood pressure and also removes excess water from your body.Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.May cause dizziness in the initial days of treatment.Monitor your blood pressure after starting Chlorthalidone, and notify your doctor if it hasn't gone down.Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that doesn't go away.Requires routine blood tests to monitor your kidney function.
Product Details
SKU: PC-51499 Product Description: Olmeglare CH 20/6.25 is manufactured by Ipca Laboratories Ltd Packing: strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.