Olmin 40 Tablet

Olmin 40 Tablet is an oral tablet that contains olmesartan medoxomil 40 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) class and is used to help lower high blood pressure in adults. By reducing blood pressure, Olmin 40 Tablet can help lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems linked to hypertension. This is a prescription-strength medicine from Eris Lifesciences, supplied as a strip/box of 10 tablets.

How it works: Olmesartan medoxomil in Olmin 40 Tablet blocks angiotensin II from tightening blood vessels. This helps blood vessels relax and widen, which lowers blood pressure after the tablet is absorbed.

Olmin 40 Tablet is the 40 mg strength, which is a higher-strength olmesartan tablet and is not meant for self-starting or casual dose changes. Because it is stronger than lower-dose tablets, a doctor may choose Olmin 40 Tablet for patients whose blood pressure has not been controlled well enough on a smaller dose or for those already assessed as needing this amount. It should be used exactly as prescribed, since the right dose depends on the person’s blood pressure response and other medicines.

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Blood pressure control in adults
• Reduction of long-term cardiovascular risk linked to hypertension

• Swallow Olmin 40 Tablet whole with a glass of water; do not crush or chew it.
• Take it at the same time each day to help you remember your dose.
• It can be taken with or without food, since food does not usually change how it works.
• If your doctor tells you to take it once daily, do not take extra tablets to make up for missed doses.
• Stand up slowly after taking it, especially when starting treatment or after a dose increase, because dizziness can happen.
• Follow the exact dose schedule your prescriber gives you; do not split the dose unless your doctor specifically instructs you to.

Each Olmin 40 Tablet provides olmesartan medoxomil 40 mg per tablet. For high blood pressure, it is commonly taken once daily, but the exact schedule and whether 40 mg is appropriate must be decided by the doctor based on blood pressure readings and kidney function. Do not take more than prescribed; the maximum daily amount for olmesartan medoxomil is typically 40 mg once daily unless your clinician gives different instructions.

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 quickly
• Headache
• Fatigue or feeling tired
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Back pain
• Runny or stuffy nose

• Olmin 40 Tablet can lower blood pressure too much, especially if you are dehydrated, on diuretics, or just starting therapy.
• Do not use it during pregnancy; ARBs can seriously harm an unborn baby.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, or a history of low blood pressure.
• This 40 mg tablet is a higher-strength dose, so it should only be used when a clinician has determined that this amount is appropriate.
• Avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes high in potassium unless your doctor says they are safe.
• Alcohol may increase dizziness or lightheadedness when taking Olmin 40 Tablet.
• Until you know how this tablet affects you, use care when driving or doing anything that requires alertness.

• Other blood pressure medicines, especially ACE inhibitors or aliskiren, may increase risk of low blood pressure, kidney problems, or high potassium.
• Potassium supplements and potassium-containing salt substitutes can raise potassium levels.
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen may reduce blood pressure control and can affect kidney function.
• Diuretics or water pills can increase the chance of dizziness or dehydration.
• Lithium levels may rise and become toxic when used with olmesartan.

Store Olmin 40 Tablet in its original strip at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.