Olmewal 20 mg Tablet

Olmewal 20 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains 20 mg of olmesartan medoxomil in each tablet. It belongs to the angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) class and is used to help treat high blood pressure in adults, and sometimes kidney-related risk in people with hypertension when prescribed by a doctor. By lowering blood pressure, Olmewal 20 mg Tablet can help reduce the chance of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems over time. This product is a standard oral tablet from Walton Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. and is taken by mouth with water.

How it works: Olmesartan medoxomil in Olmewal 20 mg Tablet blocks angiotensin II from tightening blood vessels. This helps blood vessels relax and widen, which lowers blood pressure when the tablet is taken regularly.

Olmewal 20 mg Tablet is a commonly used tablet strength for patients who need a full maintenance dose rather than a very low starting dose. Compared with lower-strength olmesartan tablets, the 20 mg tablet may be chosen when a doctor wants stronger blood-pressure control or when a patient has already tolerated a lower dose. It is not a fast-acting rescue medicine; it works gradually as part of regular daily treatment.

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Ongoing blood-pressure control
• Lowering risk related to uncontrolled hypertension
• Treatment plan for adults prescribed an ARB
• Blood pressure management as part of long-term care

• Swallow the Olmewal 20 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, usually once daily unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• You may take it with or without food.
• Try to take it at the same time every day to help you remember.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor specifically says it is okay.
• Keep taking it even if you feel well, because high blood pressure often has no symptoms.

Each Olmewal 20 mg Tablet provides 20 mg of olmesartan medoxomil. The usual schedule is once daily, but your doctor may adjust how often you take it based on your blood pressure, other medicines, and kidney function; the maximum daily dose depends on the prescribing plan and should not be changed on your own. Do not take more than prescribed, and do not stop suddenly without medical advice.

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
• Tiredness
• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Back pain
• Nausea
• Mild weakness

• Olmewal 20 mg Tablet can lower blood pressure too much if you are dehydrated, vomiting, or having diarrhea.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, or a history of low blood pressure.
• Avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes with potassium unless your doctor approves.
• Alcohol can increase dizziness or fainting risk while taking this tablet.
• This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy because it can harm an unborn baby.
• Be careful when driving or using machines until you know how Olmewal 20 mg Tablet affects you.
• Use extra caution if you are taking diuretics or other blood pressure medicines, since the effect can be stronger.

• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Diuretics or water pills
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Other blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors or other ARBs
• Lithium

Store Olmewal 20 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.