Olkem 20 Tablet

Olkem 20 Tablet contains olmesartan medoxomil 20 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) class and is used to treat high blood pressure. By helping relax blood vessels, Olkem 20 Tablet can lower blood pressure and reduce the strain on the heart. It is a prescription medicine for adults who need blood pressure control as directed by a clinician.

How it works: Olmesartan medoxomil is converted in the body to an active form that blocks angiotensin II from tightening blood vessels. In this tablet form, that action helps blood vessels stay more relaxed so blood can flow more easily and blood pressure can come down.

Olkem 20 Tablet is a mid-range strength of olmesartan medoxomil, sitting between lower starting doses and the higher Olkem 40 Tablet option. This strength may suit people whose blood pressure needs stronger control than a lower dose provides, but who do not yet need the higher tablet strength. A doctor may choose Olkem 20 Tablet based on your blood pressure readings, other medicines, kidney function, and how you responded to treatment before.

• Treatment of high blood pressure
• Blood pressure control in adults
• May help lower risk linked to uncontrolled hypertension
• Used when a doctor decides an ARB is appropriate

• Swallow the Olkem 20 Tablet whole with water.
• Take it at the same time each day to help you remember.
• You may take it with or without food.
• Do not split, crush, or chew the tablet unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you to.
• If you feel lightheaded, sit or lie down until it passes.
• Do not stop taking Olkem 20 Tablet on your own, even if you feel well.

Each Olkem 20 Tablet provides 20 mg of olmesartan medoxomil per tablet. For adults, it is usually taken once daily, but the exact dose and whether it is increased or adjusted must be decided by a doctor. Do not take more than prescribed; the maximum daily amount is determined by the prescriber and your response to treatment.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Olmesartan Medoxomil may include:

• Dizziness, especially when standing up
• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Fatigue or tiredness
• Back pain
• Nausea
• Low blood pressure symptoms, which may be more noticeable with the 20 mg tablet if you are sensitive to blood-pressure medicines

• Olkem 20 Tablet can cause dizziness; be careful when driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, dehydration, heart disease, or low blood pressure.
• Tell your doctor if you take diuretics, as the blood-pressure-lowering effect may be stronger.
• Do not use during pregnancy; medicines in this class can harm an unborn baby.
• Avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless your doctor says they are safe.
• Alcohol may increase dizziness or lightheadedness.
• If you have had angioedema or a severe allergic reaction to similar medicines, tell your doctor before using this tablet.

• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen may reduce blood-pressure control and can affect kidney function.
• Potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics, or salt substitutes may raise potassium levels.
• Other blood pressure medicines can add to the blood-pressure-lowering effect.
• Lithium levels can increase when used with olmesartan medoxomil.
• Diuretics may increase the chance of low blood pressure, especially when starting treatment.

Store Olkem 20 Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light, and keep it out of reach of children.