Olmezest 40 Tablet is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist that blocks the action of a hormone called angiotensin I in the body that causes narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure-lowering high blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. Olmezest 40 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective.

FAQs

How does Olmezest 40 Tablet work?

Olmezest 40 Tablet is a type of blood pressure-lowering medicine called an angiotensin receptor blocker. Olmezest 40 Tablet relaxes and widens your blood vessels. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

I am pregnant, so can I take Olmezest 40 Tablet ?

No, Olmezest 40 Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy especially in the second and third trimesters as it may harm the developing baby. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Olmezest 40 Tablet .

Can I stop taking Olmezest 40 Tablet when my blood pressure is under control?

No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the Olmezest 40 Tablet . Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend to discontinue it.

Can I take potassium supplements with Olmezest 40 Tablet ?

Olmezest 40 Tablet may interact with potassium supplements resulting in hyperkalemia (high level of potassium in the blood). It may cause severe adverse effects such as irregular heartbeat, muscle paralysis, and kidney failure.

Can I drive after taking Olmezest 40 Tablet ?

Olmezest 40 Tablet causes dizziness and sleepiness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or sleepy.

What will happen if I miss a dose of Olmezest 40 Tablet ?

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Can I take painkiller like aspirin with Olmezest 40 Tablet ?

No, you are not recommended to take aspirin with Olmezest 40 Tablet as coadministration of these two medicines may reduce the effect of Olmezest 40 Tablet and increases the risk of impaired kidney function. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted to use safely.

Will I need to stop Olmezest 40 Tablet before surgery?

Your doctor may probably tell you to stop taking Olmezest 40 Tablet as it lowers blood pressure (hypotension) when combined with general anaesthesia before surgery. So, please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Olmezest 40 Tablet .