Olmecip Trio, Hydrochlorothiazide/ Olmesartan

Olmecip Trio is a combination of two medicines that is used for the treatment of hypertension, Olmecip Trio  works to relax and widen blood vessels to allow blood to flow through more easily.

Olmecip Trio

Hydrochlorothiazide/ Olmesartan

Olmecip Trio

10

Cipla

Tablet

Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg / Olmesartan 20 mg

India

Hydrochlorothiazide

Uses

Hydrochlorothiazide is used in the treatment of high blood pressure or hypertension, congestive heart failure,fluid retention (edema), cirrhosis of the liver, corticosteroid and estrogen therapy, and kidney disorders.

How it Works

Hydrochlorothiazide contains a form of thiazide, which is a diuretic that prompts your body to produce and eliminate more urine, which helps lower blood pressure.Hydrochlorothiazide lowers the blood pressure and swelling by removing extra water and electrolytes from the body.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Hydrochlorothiazide may suffer from such side effects;

Headache,
Nausea,
Increased blood uric acid,
Decreased potassium level in blood,
Glucose intolerance,
Anemia,
Blood disorders,
Changes in blood sugar,
Constipation,
Difficulty breathing,
Dizziness,
Fever,
Altered blood lipids

Olmesartan

Uses

Olmesartan is used to treat hypertension and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.

How it Works

Olmesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It blocks the hormone angiotensin and relaxes blood vessels, so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart works efficiently.

Common Side effects

Dizzyness ,Backache,Sinusitis,Elevated blood potassium level

Expert advice


Although you can take olmesartan with or without a meal, it is recommended that you take it at certain times.Take the first dose before bedtime to reduce symptomatic hypotension.Olmesartan can increase the level of potassium in the blood. Avoid potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as bananas and broccoli.Contact your doctor immediately if you have sudden swelling of your lips, tongue, and throat that may affect your breathing.If you have been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems, contact your doctor.Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, or if you are planning or breastfeeding.

FAQ

Q. What is olmesartan medoxomil?Olmesartan medoxomil is an angiotensin II receptor blocker. This drug is not a 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 with individual responses.
Q. Is olmesartan a blood diluent or statin?No, olmesartan reduces intravascular pressure and increases the amount of fluid removed from the blood from the kidneys.
Q. Is Olmesartan safe?Olmesartan is safe to use at the prescribed dose as directed by your physician.
Q. Does olmesartan cause impotence?No, olmesartan does not cause impotence.

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