OLMEBLU 40 H

Description

Product Introduction:

Olmeblu-H 12.5mg/40mg Tablet is a combination medication used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension). Effective control of blood pressure is crucial to reduce the risk of serious conditions such as heart attacks, strokes, and kidney failure. Olmeblu-H combines two medicines that work in different ways to help lower blood pressure and improve heart and kidney function.

This tablet may be taken with or without food. It is important to take Olmeblu-H regularly, as prescribed by your doctor, even if you feel well. Do not stop taking it without consulting your healthcare provider. Since this medication contains a diuretic (water pill), it may cause frequent urination. To avoid disruption to your sleep cycle, it is best to avoid taking the medicine within four hours of bedtime.

Salt Composition (Key Ingredients):

• Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg): A diuretic (water pill) that increases urine output, helping to remove excess salt and water from the body, thereby lowering blood pressure.
• Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg): An angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that helps relax and widen blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood and lowering blood pressure.

How to Use Olmeblu-H Tablet:

• Take Olmeblu-H 12.5mg/40mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break it.
• You may take Olmeblu-H with or without food. However, it is recommended to take it at the same time each day to help you remember.
• Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly. Always consult your doctor if you feel the need to discontinue or change your medication.

How Olmeblu-H Tablet Works:

Olmeblu-H 12.5mg/40mg Tablet contains a combination of Olmesartan Medoxomil (an angiotensin receptor blocker) and Hydrochlorothiazide (a diuretic).

• Olmesartan Medoxomil works by blocking the action of a hormone that constricts blood vessels, which helps relax and widen the blood vessels, lowering blood pressure.
• Hydrochlorothiazide helps the body get rid of excess water and salt by increasing urine output, which also helps to lower blood pressure.

Uses of Olmeblu-H Tablet:

• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Used to lower high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage.

Benefits of Olmeblu-H Tablet:

• In Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Olmeblu-H helps relax the blood vessels and reduces the volume of fluid in the body, which in turn lowers blood pressure. This reduces the risk of cardiovascular and kidney complications. Regular use is important for long-term control of high blood pressure.

Side Effects of Olmeblu-H Tablet:

Most side effects are mild and tend to disappear as the body adjusts to the medication. However, if any of these persist or become bothersome, consult your doctor:

• Common Side Effects:
  • Dizziness
  • Weakness
  • Tiredness
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Chest pain
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Headache
  • Increased triglyceride levels in blood
  • Increased uric acid levels in blood (may lead to gout)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Back pain
  • Skeletal pain
  • Blood in urine
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Increased blood urea

Marketed By:

Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd.