Olmin A 40mg/5mg Tablet 1*10

Product introduction
Olmin A 40mg/5mg Tablet contains two medicines, both of which help to control high blood pressure. Lowering blood pressure helps to reduce your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke in the future. Olmin A 40mg/5mg Tablet may be taken on an empty stomach or along with food. However, it is better to take it regularly at a fixed time each day, as prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. It is important to keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. By lowering your blood pressure, it is reducing your risk of heart attack or stroke so do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. You can help this medication work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle by being active, stopping smoking and eating low salt and low-fat diet. The most common side effects of this medicine include swelling in your ankles or feet (edema), sleepiness, dizziness, headache, taste change, upset stomach, and tiredness. Since it may cause sleepiness and dizziness, do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or do not go away. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. While using this medicine, your blood pressure will be monitored regularly and your kidney function may also need to be tested.

Uses of Olmin A Tablet
Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Olmin A Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure): Both of the medicines in this combination work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Together they help to relax blood vessels and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

Side effects of Olmin A Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you are worried about them.
Common side effects: Sleepiness, Taste change, Ankle swelling, Headache, Flushing, Dizziness, Tiredness, Palpitations, Upset stomach, Peripheral edema, Increased triglycerides, Increased uric acid, Bronchitis, Muscle cramp, Urinary tract infection, Increased liver enzymes.

How to use Olmin A Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olmin A 40mg/5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Olmin A Tablet works
Olmin A 40mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of Olmesartan Medoxomil (ARB) and Amlodipine (CCB). They relax the blood vessels and make the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body, effectively lowering blood pressure.

Safety advice
Alcohol: Unsafe to consume alcohol while taking Olmin A 40mg/5mg Tablet.
Pregnancy: Unsafe during pregnancy; consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding: Probably unsafe; consult your doctor.
Driving: May cause dizziness, headache, nausea or tiredness; avoid driving if affected.
Kidney: Use with caution in severe kidney disease; dose adjustment may be needed. Regular monitoring advised.
Liver: Use with caution in liver disease; dose adjustment may be needed. Usually started at lower dose in these patients.

What if you forget to take Olmin A Tablet?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue as scheduled. Do not double the dose.