Xirtam 40 mg Tablet
Bayer Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Uses of Xirtam 40 mg Tablet:
High blood pressure
Composition of Xirtam 40 mg Tablet:
Olmesartan 40mg
MRP:
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178
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Description
High blood pressure
Uses
Olmesartan is generally used in treatment of the treatment of high blood pressure.
Side effects
- Back pain
- Dizziness
- Increased potassium level in blood
- 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Product Details
SKU: PC-30353
Product Description: Xirtam 40 mg Tablet is manufactured by Bayer Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Xirtam 40 mg Tablet is manufactured by Bayer Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
