Olmehid Plus Tablet 20/12.5 mg

Adult dose

Administer one tablet once daily. The dose may be adjusted based on the patient’s blood pressure response at intervals of 2-4 weeks. Elderly patients should start at the lowest dose and adjust cautiously considering kidney function, heart function, existing illnesses, and concomitant medications.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy in pediatric populations have not been established.

This medication can cause serious harm or death to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, hence it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Those allergic to any components of this medication or with certain kidney and liver diseases should avoid taking it. Patients with sharply reduced blood pressure or fluid volume need to be carefully monitored before taking this medication as hypotension may occur. Individuals with impaired kidney function, those who have received a kidney transplant, and patients with renovascular hypertension may experience changes in kidney function while on this medication, necessitating periodic testing. Patients with severely impaired liver function or certain heart conditions should also exercise caution while taking this medication. This medication may increase the risk of skin cancer, so sun exposure should be limited and skin conditions should be routinely checked. While taking, symptoms such as dizziness, headache, indigestion, rash, and cough may occur, and immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is advised if severe side effects are suspected. This medication can interact with other antihypertensive drugs, potassium supplements, and pain relievers, so it is essential to notify your physician if you are on other medications. Diabetics may be affected in their blood sugar control, thus blood sugar levels should be monitored frequently. If breastfeeding, caution is necessary as this medication can be transmitted through breast milk and could affect the baby, hence breastfeeding should be stopped or the medication should be discontinued. Elderly patients should start with a low dose considering possible deterioration in kidney and liver functions and should be monitored carefully. In case of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, electrolyte imbalance, and dehydration may occur, necessitating an immediate visit to a medical institution for appropriate treatment. It is important to have regular blood tests and kidney function assessments to check for abnormalities while on this medication. This medication may cause dizziness while driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, anaphylaxis, severe allergic reactions, severe rashes with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory disturbances accompanied by cough and fever, liver abnormalities (jaundice), yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• indigestion
• gastritis
• abdominal pain
• chronic malabsorption
• increased serum creatinine

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture and is best kept at room temperature between 1 to 25 degrees Celsius. Storing properly will help maintain the drug's effectiveness for a longer time and ensure safe use.

Appearance

A round, film-coated tablet of light orange color

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle