Olmezest 10 Tablet

Olmezest 10 Tablet contains olmesartan medoxomil 10 mg in each tablet. It belongs to a class of medicines called angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), which are used to treat high blood pressure. By lowering blood pressure, Olmezest 10 Tablet can help reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems related to hypertension. This Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. product is supplied as a strip/box of 10 tablets.

How it works: Olmesartan medoxomil is converted in the body to its active form, which blocks angiotensin II from tightening blood vessels. Because Olmezest 10 Tablet is an oral tablet, it delivers this medicine through the digestive tract so the blood vessels can relax and blood pressure can fall.

Olmezest 10 Tablet is the 10 mg strength of olmesartan medoxomil, which is a lower-strength option compared with Olmezest 20 Tablet and Olmezest 40 Tablet. A doctor may choose Olmezest 10 Tablet for people who need a gentler starting dose, who are more sensitive to blood-pressure medicines, or who may need dose adjustment based on blood pressure response and tolerability.

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Blood pressure control in adults
• Reducing strain on blood vessels
• Lowering long-term cardiovascular risk linked to hypertension

• Swallow Olmezest 10 Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew it unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• You may take it with or without food, at the same time each day if possible.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, because the correct dose can differ from person to person.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Stand up slowly after taking it, especially when starting treatment, because dizziness can occur.
• Do not stop taking Olmezest 10 Tablet on your own even if you feel well.

Each Olmezest 10 Tablet provides 10 mg of olmesartan medoxomil per tablet. It is often taken once daily, but the exact dose and whether it needs to be increased, kept the same, or changed are decided by the prescribing doctor based on blood pressure response and overall health. The maximum daily dose is determined by your doctor and should not be exceeded unless specifically instructed.

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

Common side effects of Olmesartan Medoxomil may include:

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Back pain
• More noticeable lightheadedness if blood pressure drops too much

• Olmezest 10 Tablet can cause low blood pressure, especially when you first start it or if you are dehydrated.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, or are taking medicines that affect kidney function.
• This tablet is not used during pregnancy because medicines in this class can harm an unborn baby.
• Avoid salt substitutes or potassium supplements unless your doctor says they are okay, because potassium can rise.
• Alcohol may increase dizziness or lightheadedness.
• Be careful when driving or using machinery until you know how Olmezest 10 Tablet affects you.
• Tell your doctor if you have vomiting, diarrhea, or low fluid intake, since dehydration can make side effects worse.

• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Other blood pressure medicines, which can increase the risk of low blood pressure
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen, which may reduce effect and stress the kidneys
• Lithium, which can be affected by ARBs
• Salt substitutes containing potassium

Store Olmezest 10 Tablet in its original strip at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.