Olsacare 40 Tablet

Olsacare 40 Tablet is an oral tablet containing olmesartan medoxomil 40 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) class and is used to treat high blood pressure in adults. By lowering blood pressure, Olsacare 40 Tablet helps reduce strain on the heart and lowers the risk of long-term complications such as stroke and kidney problems. This pack contains 10 tablets made by Makeway Formulations.

How it works: Olsacare 40 Tablet works by blocking angiotensin II, a natural substance that tightens blood vessels. When the vessels relax and widen, blood flows more easily and blood pressure comes down.

Olsacare 40 Tablet is a higher-strength version of olmesartan medoxomil and is generally chosen for people whose blood pressure is not well controlled with lower strengths, such as Olsacare 20 Tablet. Because each tablet already contains 40 mg, it is not a starting strength for most patients and should be used only when a doctor has assessed that this dose is appropriate. Some people may notice better blood pressure control with this strength, but the effect still depends on regular daily use and proper monitoring.

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• May help lower the risk of blood pressure-related complications
• Used when a lower olmesartan strength is not enough
• Long-term blood pressure control as prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow Olsacare 40 Tablet whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush it unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you otherwise.
• Take it at the same time each day to help you remember your dose.
• It can be taken with or without food, since meals do not usually affect how this tablet works.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose; take the next dose as scheduled unless your doctor advises differently.
• Stand up slowly after taking it, especially when starting treatment or after a dose change, because dizziness can happen.
• Follow your doctor’s exact instructions, since Olsacare 40 Tablet is a higher-strength tablet and may not be suitable for every patient.

Each Olsacare 40 Tablet provides olmesartan medoxomil 40 mg. For adults, it is usually taken once daily, but the exact schedule and whether 40 mg is the right dose are decided by the prescribing doctor based on blood pressure response and other medicines. Do not exceed the daily dose your doctor prescribes; 40 mg per day is a common maximum tablet strength for this medicine in routine blood pressure treatment.

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

Common side effects of Olmesartan Medoxomil may include:

• Dizziness, especially after the first few doses or after increasing to this higher strength
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Diarrhea
• Back pain
• Nausea

• Olsacare 40 Tablet is a higher-strength tablet, so it should only be used under medical supervision.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or become pregnant; medicines in this class can harm an unborn baby.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, or dehydration.
• This medicine can lower blood pressure further when used with alcohol, so standing up quickly may cause dizziness or fainting.
• Be careful when driving or operating machinery until you know how Olsacare 40 Tablet affects you.
• Do not use salt substitutes or potassium supplements unless your doctor says they are safe, because this tablet can raise potassium levels.
• If you have severe diarrhea or vomiting, contact your doctor, since dehydration can make side effects worse.

• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Other blood pressure medicines, especially ACE inhibitors or aliskiren
• Lithium
• Diuretics or water pills that may increase dehydration

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