Olmat 20 AMH Tablet

Olmat 20 AMH Tablet is a prescription combination tablet that contains olmesartan medoxomil, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazide in the labelled strength for this product. It belongs to three blood-pressure medicine classes: an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB), a calcium channel blocker, and a thiazide diuretic. Olmat 20 AMH Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure in adults when a doctor decides that a three-drug combination is appropriate. Lowering blood pressure can help reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems over time.

How it works: In this tablet, olmesartan helps relax blood vessels by blocking a hormone signal that normally tightens them, amlodipine also relaxes blood vessels by affecting calcium flow, and hydrochlorothiazide helps the body get rid of extra salt and water. Together, Olmat 20 AMH Tablet lowers the pressure inside the blood vessels and reduces the workload on the heart.

Olmat 20 AMH Tablet is the specific 20 AMH tablet strength in this brand line, while Olmat 40 AMH Tablet is the higher-strength sibling. This tablet is suited for adults whose blood pressure needs combination treatment but who do not need the stronger olmesartan dose in the 40 AMH version. A doctor may choose Olmat 20 AMH Tablet to balance blood-pressure control with tolerability, since the different strengths can change how strongly and how quickly blood pressure is lowered.

• Treatment of high blood pressure in adults
• Combination therapy when one medicine is not enough
• Blood pressure control to help reduce stroke risk
• Blood pressure control to help reduce heart attack risk

• Swallow Olmat 20 AMH Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• Take it at the same time each day to help maintain steady blood-pressure control.
• It can be taken with or without food, but follow the same routine each day if possible.
• Stand up slowly after taking it, especially when starting treatment, because this tablet can lower blood pressure.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Avoid taking extra tablets to try to lower blood pressure faster.

Olmat 20 AMH Tablet provides the labelled fixed dose of olmesartan medoxomil, amlodipine, and hydrochlorothiazide in each tablet. It is usually taken once daily, but the exact schedule and whether this strength is right for you must be decided by your doctor based on your blood pressure and response. Do not exceed the prescribed number of tablets per day; taking more can increase the risk of dizziness, low blood pressure, electrolyte problems, and kidney issues.

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

Common side effects of Olmesartan Medoxomil + Amlodipine + Hydrochlorothiazide may include:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness, which may be more noticeable when starting this strength
• Swelling of the ankles or feet
• Headache
• Fatigue or weakness
• Nausea
• Increased urination
• Flushing

• This is a prescription blood-pressure medicine and should be used only after a doctor has assessed your blood pressure and overall health.
• Olmat 20 AMH Tablet may cause dehydration or low blood pressure, especially in hot weather, after vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating.
• Use caution when standing up quickly because dizziness can happen, especially at the start of treatment or after a dose change.
• Alcohol can increase dizziness and blood-pressure lowering with this tablet.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, gout, diabetes, or a history of swelling from medicines.
• Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes high in potassium unless your doctor approves, because olmesartan can raise potassium.
• This tablet may affect driving or operating machinery if it makes you dizzy or tired.

• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen may reduce blood-pressure control and increase kidney risk.
• Potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics, or salt substitutes with potassium can raise potassium too much.
• Lithium can reach unsafe levels when taken with this combination.
• Other blood-pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors or other ARBs, can increase the risk of low blood pressure or kidney problems.
• Certain medicines for erectile dysfunction or nitrates can add to blood-pressure lowering and dizziness.

Store Olmat 20 AMH Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and out of reach of children.