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Olviner Plus Tablet

Olviner Plus Tablet

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Olmesartan Medoxomil›20mg / 1 tabletHydrochlorothiazide›12.5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
대화제약(주)
Appearance
Round film-coated tablet of yellowish-red color
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201100887 · Approved 2011.02.24 · Insurance code 645603990

Summary

Main use
Treatment for essential hypertension blood pressure control
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
This medication is taken as 1 tablet once daily regardless of meals. The dosage may be adjusted every 2 to 4 weeks based on the patient's blood pressure response. Elderly individuals should start at the lowest dosage, and adjustments should be made considering renal function, cardiac function, comorbidities, and concomitant drugs. Patients taking high doses of Hydrochlorothiazide should reduce the Hydrochlorothiazide dosage to 12.5 mg before combining with Olmesartan Medoxomil.
Child dose
The safety and efficacy in children have not been established.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
대화제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Treatment for essential hypertension blood pressure control

  • Essential hypertension
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This medication is used in patients with essential hypertension for whom blood pressure control is difficult with monotherapy of either Olmesartan Medoxomil or Hydrochlorothiazide. The two components work together to effectively lower and control blood pressure. This helps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications due to hypertension and improve health.

How to take

Adult dose

This medication is taken as 1 tablet once daily regardless of meals. The dosage may be adjusted every 2 to 4 weeks based on the patient's blood pressure response. Elderly individuals should start at the lowest dosage, and adjustments should be made considering renal function, cardiac function, comorbidities, and concomitant drugs. Patients taking high doses of Hydrochlorothiazide should reduce the Hydrochlorothiazide dosage to 12.5 mg before combining with Olmesartan Medoxomil.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy in children have not been established.

Precautions

This medication can cause severe harm to the fetus and newborn when taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Individuals allergic to the components in this medication or those hypersensitive to certain diuretics, individuals with severe kidney or liver disease, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication. Patients with low blood volume or low salt may experience hypotension, so careful observation and measures are needed before administration. For patients with severe heart failure or reduced kidney function, changes in kidney function may occur, necessitating regular blood tests. Patients with liver disease or certain heart conditions, and those with systemic lupus erythematosus should be cautious when taking this medication. This medication can cause skin reactions, so it is advisable to limit sun exposure, and any skin changes should be discussed with a doctor immediately. While taking this medicine, symptoms such as dizziness, headache, indigestion, and cough may occur, and if severe edema or an allergic reaction occurs, it should be stopped immediately and medical attention sought. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, diuretics, potassium supplements, etc. If taking other medications, always consult a physician or pharmacist. Regularly check electrolyte levels in the blood to ensure balance of potassium, sodium, magnesium, etc. Care is needed when driving or operating machinery, particularly for the elderly or children, as dizziness may occur during use. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, palpitations, and electrolyte imbalance may appear, requiring prompt medical attention. Women who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding should consult medical personnel before taking this medication, and discontinuation or alternative treatments should be considered if necessary.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe edema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pale skin (severe allergic reaction), high fever accompanied by severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa (severe skin adverse reactions), shortness of breath or breathing difficulties, asthma attacks, respiratory problems accompanied by cough and fever (respiratory issues), jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), profound lethargy (liver condition), sudden and

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • headache
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • abdominal pain
  • indigestion
  • gastritis
  • acid reflux
  • fatigue
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  • drowsiness
  • emotional dullness
  • restlessness
  • bronchitis
  • cough
  • upper respiratory infection
  • peripheral edema
  • hematuria
  • itching
  • rash
  • hair loss
  • hives
  • thrombocytopenia
  • leukopenia
  • anemia
  • musculoskeletal pain
  • arthritis
  • arthralgia
  • myalgia
  • palpitations
  • arrhythmia
  • chest pain
  • hypertension
  • epistaxis
  • asthma
  • increased blood creatinine

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture; therefore, it should be stored in a sealed container. The recommended storage temperature is between 1 and 25 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Round film-coated tablet of yellowish-red color

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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