Olmo 40 mg Tablet

Olmo 40 mg Tablet contains 40 mg of olmesartan medoxomil 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 helping relax blood vessels, Olmo 40 mg Tablet can lower blood pressure and reduce strain on the heart and blood vessels.

How it works: Olmesartan medoxomil is converted in the body to olmesartan, which blocks angiotensin II from tightening blood vessels. As a tablet, Olmo 40 mg Tablet is swallowed and works systemically to help blood vessels stay more relaxed and open.

Olmo 40 mg Tablet is the highest strength of this brand in our range, so it is typically used when a doctor wants a full-strength olmesartan medoxomil tablet rather than the 20 mg option. Because this is a stronger tablet, it may be chosen for people whose blood pressure needs more intensive control or who have already been assessed on a lower dose.

• High blood pressure treatment
• Blood pressure control in adults
• May help lower long-term risk linked to uncontrolled hypertension
• Used when a doctor prescribes a stronger olmesartan dose

• Swallow Olmo 40 mg Tablet whole with water.
• Take it once daily unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• You may take it with or without food.
• Take it at the same time each day to help you remember.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless your doctor or pharmacist says it is okay.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Olmo 40 mg Tablet provides 40 mg of olmesartan medoxomil, which is a higher-strength tablet than Olmo 20 mg Tablet. For adults, it is commonly taken once daily, and the doctor decides whether 40 mg is the right dose based on blood pressure response and tolerance. Do not take more than the amount prescribed; the maximum daily dose is set by your prescriber and should not be changed on your own.

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
• Tiredness
• Lightheadedness
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• At the 40 mg strength, dizziness or low blood pressure symptoms may be more noticeable if your blood pressure drops too far

• Olmo 40 mg Tablet can lower blood pressure too much, especially if you are dehydrated or already on other blood pressure medicines.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, heart disease, or a history of low blood pressure.
• This medicine should not be used during pregnancy because it can harm an unborn baby.
• Tell your doctor if you take potassium supplements or salt substitutes, since this strength may increase the chance of high potassium.
• Alcohol can increase dizziness or lightheadedness.
• Be careful driving or using machinery until you know how Olmo 40 mg Tablet affects you.
• Do not use this tablet to self-adjust blood pressure treatment without medical advice.

• Other blood pressure medicines, including diuretics, can increase the risk of low blood pressure.
• Potassium supplements and potassium-containing salt substitutes can raise potassium levels too much.
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen may reduce effect and increase kidney risk.
• Lithium levels can rise when used with olmesartan medoxomil.
• Aliskiren and certain kidney-related medicines may create added safety risks in some patients.

Store Olmo 40 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.