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Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide

Generic Name : Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide are provided here.

Pronunciation : OL-me-SAR-tan me-DOX-oh-mil - HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a-zide

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide

India :


Olmesafe H, Olways H, Olmin H, Pinom H, Oukat H, Ortan H, Olsar H, Olmex H, Olmetrak H, Olmetor H, Xirtam H, Ortan H, Olmezest H, Olmesar H, Olmefast H, Olmax H, Olmy H, Olmat H, Benitec H, Olvance H, Olmesafe H, Win BP H, Olways H, Pinom H, Olmax H, Olsar H, Olmetor H, Olmin H, Olran H, Olmezest H, Olmy H, Olmat H, Olvance H, Benitec H, Olmesar H.

International :


Benicar HCT

Why is Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide Prescribed? (Indications)

This combination medication contains two diuretics, prescribed for hypertension.

When should Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide not be taken? (Contraindications)

Do not co-administer with aliskiren in patients with diabetes. Contraindicated in patients with urinating problem, and pregnant women.

What is the dosage of Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide?

PO- The recommended dose is 1 tablet once daily (20/12.5mg).

How should Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, gout, heart problems, liver, gallbladder, or kidney problems; high blood cholesterol, diabetes, systemic lupus erythematosus, alcoholism, decrease in blood minerals, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or light-headedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery and sit up or stand slowly, while taking this medication.

• Monitor kidney function, parathyroid function, blood pressure, blood electrolytes, blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide?

Gastrointestinal - Nausea.
Metabolic - Hyperuricemia. (Increased level of uric acid in blood)
Central Nervous System - Dizziness.
Respiratory - Upper respiratory tract infection.

What are the other precautions for Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Olmesartan Medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide?

Store it in controlled room temperature (20 and 25°C).
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