Olvan Trio, Olmesartan/ Cilnidipine/ Chlorthalidone

Olvan Trio is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist which is used for the treatment of hypertension. Olvan Trio works to relax the blood vessels so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

Olvan Trio

Olmesartan/ Cilnidipine/ Chlorthalidone

Olvan Trio

10

Sun Pharma

Tablets

Olmesartan 20 mg / Cilnidipine 10 mg / Chlorthalidone 12.5 mg, Olmesartan 40 mg / Cilnidipine 10 mg / Chlorthalidone 12.5 mg

India

Cilnidipine

Uses

Cilnidipine is used in the treatment of hypertension.

How it Works

Cilnidipine is known as a calcium channel blocker.Cilnidipine is given to patients who have a higher risk of vascular damage caused by hypertension. Cilnidipine blocks the action of calcium on the heart and blood vessels. This then lowers the blood pressure, abnormally fast heartbeat and reduces strain on the heart following a heart attack.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Cilnidipine may suffer from such side effects;

Nausea,
Headaches,
Trouble breathing,
Swelling,
Low blood pressure,
Edema,
Fatigue,
Ankle swelling,
Sleepiness

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.

Chlorthalidone

Uses

Chlorthalidone is used to treat edema, heart failure, elevated blood pressure and kidney stones.

How it Works

Chlorthalidone reduces blood pressure and swelling by removing excess water and electrolytes in the body.

Common Side effects

Headache, nausea, increased uric acid, decreased blood potassium concentration, glucose intolerance, change in blood lipid

Expert advice


Avoid taking alcohol to promote the side effects of chlorthalidone.
Please be aware of heat stroke and dehydration during exercise and hot seasons. Follow your doctor's instructions for the amount and type of fluid needed.
Do not take chlorthalidone and potassium salts or potassium-supplemented diuretics if you are taking ACE inhibitors.

FAQ

Q. Is chlorthalidone an antiaging agent, potassium sparing diuretic, sulfa drug, benzodiazepine, blood diluent?No, chlorsalidone belongs to a class of drugs called thiazide diuretics.
Q. Is chlorthalidone a diuretic?Yes, this drug is a diuretic, also called a "hydraulic".
Q. Is chlorthalidone better than chlorothiazide?Chlorsalidone and chlorothiazide belong to the same category of drugs and show similar effects, but their effects are different depending on individual response.
Q. Can I take ibuprofen, exedrin, tylenol and chlorthalidone together?There are no known drug interactions with these. However, always consult your doctor about the use of the medicine.
Q. Does amitriptyline cause weight loss? Do you also have cough, low potassium, high blood pressure or erectile dysfunction?Amitriptyline can cause low potassium and high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor about possible side effects.

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