Olmesartan Medoxomil Plus Tablet 20/12.5 milligrams

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily with one tablet, regardless of meals. The dosage should be adjusted every 2 to 4 weeks based on the patient's blood pressure response. Elderly patients should start at the lowest dose and adjust based on kidney function, heart function, comorbidities, and concurrent medications.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn if taken during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, and it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients with allergies to any ingredient contained in this medication, or those with certain kidney and liver diseases, as well as pregnant and breastfeeding women, should not take this medication. Patients with very low blood pressure or reduced body salt and blood volume may experience symptoms of hypotension at the beginning of treatment with this medication; caution is needed, and they should inform their healthcare provider immediately if such symptoms occur. Patients with impaired kidney function or kidney transplant recipients should have their kidney function and electrolyte levels monitored frequently through blood tests while taking this medication. Patients with severely impaired liver function or certain heart conditions also need special caution when using this medication. The diuretic component in this medication may cause electrolyte imbalances, particularly the risk of hypokalemia or hyperkalemia, thus regular blood tests are necessary. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur while taking this medication; therefore, caution should be exercised when engaging in dangerous activities such as driving or operating machinery. The risk of skin cancer may increase, so exposure to sunlight should be minimized and any skin abnormalities should be reported to a doctor immediately. This medication can interact with other drugs; thus, it is essential to consult with a healthcare provider, especially when taking potassium supplements or other antihypertensive medications. During pregnancy, it may pose risks to the fetus, so consultation with a physician is crucial before use, and caution is also needed during breastfeeding since the medication may affect the infant. Safety in pediatric patients has not been established, so it is advised not to use this medication in children. Elderly patients may have reduced kidney or liver function and should start with the lowest dose and use this medication cautiously. In case of overdose, low blood pressure, electrolyte abnormalities, and dehydration may occur, and immediate contact with a healthcare provider for appropriate treatment is necessary.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, anaphylactic reactions, severe skin adverse reactions (severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes), respiratory issues (difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever), liver abnormalities (jaundice, hepatitis, acute cholecystitis, autoimmune hepatitis), serious neurological symptoms (lightning headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis have not been reported),

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• headache
• dizziness
• indigestion
• gastritis
• diarrhea
• cough
• back pain
• peripheral edema

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 to 25 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Yellowish round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle