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Introduction About OLMITEL CL TABLET
OLMITEL CL TABLET is a combination of Cilnidipine and Olmesartan which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihypertensive agents. It is used to manage hypertension (high blood pressure) when management with single agents is not effective.
Hypertension (also known as high blood pressure) is a medical condition in which the force of the blood exerted against the walls of the artery remains very high, and as a result it may lead to severe damage to the blood vessels supplying several vital organs, such as heart, kidney, or brain. If left unmanageed, it may cause serious complications such as heart attack, heart failure, stroke or even blindness.
Before taking OLMITEL CL TABLET inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver, or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, low blood pressure or are severely dehydrated due to excessive vomiting or diarrhea.
OLMITEL CL TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe hypotension. It is also not suitable for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women as it may cause serious harm to the growing baby. Stop taking OLMITEL CL TABLET and inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while undergoing therapy with OLMITEL CL TABLET.
During management with OLMITEL CL TABLET your doctor will constantly monitor your kidney functions, blood pressure and blood sugar levels to avoid the risk of unwanted side effects.
The most common side effects of taking OLMITEL CL TABLET are low blood pressure, dizziness, tiredness, headache, sleepiness, swollen ankles, and flushing. Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.
Uses Of OLMITEL CL TABLET
- Manage Hypertension (high blood pressure)
How OLMITEL CL TABLET Works
OLMITEL CL TABLET effectively controls blood pressure in patients with hypertension. It contains two medicines namely, Cilnidipine and Olmesartan. Olmesartan blocks the actions of certain hormones (angiotensin-II) in the body that causes narrowing of blood vessels and increase in blood pressure.
Cilnidipine is a vasodilator. It relaxes the blood vessels by blocking the entry of certain ions (calcium ions) within them that causes narrowing. This allows blood to flow more smoothly across the blood vessels. Collectively, they reduce the strain on the heart and helps the heart to pump blood more smoothly with less pressure.
How to use OLMITEL CL TABLET
Take OLMITEL CL TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Try to take OLMITEL CL TABLET at the same time each day. OLMITEL CL TABLET can be taken with or without food.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Continue to take OLMITEL CL TABLET for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor without any interruption to achieve better results.
Side Effects Of OLMITEL CL TABLET
Common
- low blood pressure
- swelling of ankles and legs (edema)
- headache, dizziness
- nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion
- abnormal heartbeat (fast or slow)
- muscle cramps
- flushing (warmth and redness of face and neck)
- feeling tired or weak
- vision problems
- sore throat, runny nose, cough, flu-like symptoms
- back pain, joint pain
- urinary tract infections
- increased blood cholesterol levels
- increased liver enzymes levels
- increased blood urea levels
Rare
- muscle cramps
- increased blood potassium levels
- kidney problems
Stop taking OLMITEL CL TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects such as:
- signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, or throat which can lead to difficulty in breathing or swallowing, low blood pressure which causes lightheadedness or fainting)
- severe skin reactions (such as skin rash with itching and redness, blistering and peeling of skin, skin swelling and inflammation of mucous membrane)
- chest pain, shortness of breath
How To Manage Side Effects
Nausea and vomiting:
Take OLMITEL CL TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if your nausea worsens.
Dizziness:
Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.
Headache:
Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
OLMITEL CL TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may cause serious harm to the growing fetus. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking OLMITEL CL TABLET if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby. If you become pregnant while undergoing therapy with this medicine, stop taking it and consult your doctor immediately.
Breastfeeding
OLMITEL CL TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Driving and Using Machines
Do not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines if you experience dizziness or drowsiness after taking OLMITEL CL TABLET.
Alcohol
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking OLMITEL CL TABLET as it might make you feel dizzier and drowsier.
Kidney
OLMITEL CL TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems (such as kidney transplant, narrowing of renal arteries). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Liver
OLMITEL CL TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver impairment (such as cholestasis, jaundice, biliary obstruction). It should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Allergy
Do not take OLMITEL CL TABLET if you are allergic to Cilnidipine or Olmesartan.
Heart Disease
OLMITEL CL TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems (such as irregular heart rhythm, heart failure, recent heart attack, and problems with heart muscle or valves). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Others
OLMITEL CL TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
- have cardiogenic shock (heart cannot pump blood suddenly)
- have diabetes related kidney problems
- have severe hypotension (low blood pressure)
Before taking OLMITEL CL TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
- have primary hyperaldosteronism (problems in adrenal gland)
- have low blood pressure or are severely dehydrated (due to diarrhea, vomiting or excess sweating)
- have diabetes
- have hyperkalemia (high blood potassium levels)
- have narrowing of arteries
Use in pediatrics:
OLMITEL CL TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.
Use in geriatrics:
OLMITEL CL TABLET should be used with caution in the elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking OLMITEL CL TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:
- other medicines used to manage elevated blood pressure (such as aliskiren, captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, verapamil, diltiazem, losartan, valsartan)
- lithium, St. John’s wort (medicines used to manage depression)
- potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics such as spironolactone, triamterene or amiloride (used to retain or increase potassium levels in the body)
- non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (used for pain relief) such as indomethacin, celecoxib, ibuprofen, aspirin
- colesevelam (a medicine used to manage high blood cholesterol levels)
- antacids (medicines used to neutralize stomach acid) Ex. aluminium hydroxide, magaldrate
- medicines used to manage mental disorders such as depression, psychosis, or anxiety (Ex. pimozide, amisulpride, haloperidol)
- aldesleukin (a medicine used to manage kidney cancer)
- quinidine (a medicine used to manage abnormal heart rhythm)
- phenytoin (a medicine used to manage epilepsy)
- rifampicin (a medicine used to manage tuberculosis)
- erythromycin (a medicine used to manage bacterial infection)
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally took more OLMITEL CL TABLET, consult your doctor immediately. Overdosage may cause low blood pressure, abnormal heartbeat, and dizziness.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Cilnidipine, Olmesartan |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Calcium channel blocker, Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Hypertension |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet |
More Information
- Keep OLMITEL CL TABLET out of reach of children
- Store OLMITEL CL TABLET at room temperature
FAQs About OLMITEL CL TABLET
What are the uses of OLMITEL CL TABLET?
OLMITEL CL TABLET is used to manage hypertension in adults.
What type of a medicine is OLMITEL CL TABLET?
OLMITEL CL TABLET is an antihypertensive medicine. It is a combination of two medicines namely Cilnidipine and Olmesartan. Cilnidipine is a calcium channel blocker and Olmesartan is an angiotensin-II receptor blocker. They both reduces strain on the heart, relaxes blood vessels and makes the heart to pump more blood with lesser force.
What happens when I stop taking OLMITEL CL TABLET?
Do not stop taking OLMITEL CL TABLET without consulting your doctor as your blood pressure may raise once again. Make sure to take OLMITEL CL TABLET for the stipulated duration recommended by your doctor to achieve maximum results.
What is the best time to take OLMITEL CL TABLET?
OLMITEL CL TABLET can be taken with or without meals. Your doctor will decide the best time for you to take OLMITEL CL TABLET based on your age, body weight and disease condition.
What to do if I forgot to take a dose of OLMITEL CL TABLET?
If you forgot to take a dose of OLMITEL CL TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose of OLMITEL CL TABLET, skip the missed dose and take the next one regularly. Do not take a double dose of OLMITEL CL TABLET to compensate the missed ones.
What precautions should be followed while taking OLMITEL CL TABLET?
Before taking OLMITEL CL TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, low blood pressure volume or are severely dehydrated. Stop taking OLMITEL CL TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant. Regularly visit your doctor and take all the necessary blood test recommended by your doctor without fail.
Can I consume alcohol while taking OLMITEL CL TABLET?
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking OLMITEL CL TABLET as it might make you feel dizzier and drowsier.
What happens if I accidentally take more OLMITEL CL TABLET?
If you or anyone else accidentally took more OLMITEL CL TABLET, consult your doctor immediately. Overdosage may cause low blood pressure, abnormal heartbeat, fainting, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting or confusion.
Can I take OLMITEL CL TABLET daily?
Take OLMITEL CL TABLET as advised by your physician. Your doctor will evaluate your health condition and suggests whether can you take OLMITEL CL TABLET every day or not.
Is OLMITEL CL TABLET safe to use in diabetic patients?
OLMITEL CL TABLET may alter the blood sugar levels in your body. Therefore, it is necessary to inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking OLMITEL CL TABLET as a precaution. Your doctor will closely monitor you blood sugar levels to avoid the risk of side effects.
What are the side effects of OLMITEL CL TABLET?
The most common side effects of taking OLMITEL CL TABLET are low blood pressure, dizziness, tiredness, headache, sleepiness, swollen ankles, and flushing. Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.
Can I stop taking OLMITEL CL TABLET once my symptoms subside?
No. Do not stop taking OLMITEL CL TABLET without consulting your doctor. As hypertension is a chronic condition, long term management may be necessary to control its symptoms. Therefore, take OLMITEL CL TABLET as advised by your doctor for the stipulated duration. Premature discontinuation of therapy may increase your blood pressure once again.
Can OLMITEL CL TABLET be taken during pregnancy?
OLMITEL CL TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may cause serious harm to the growing fetus. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking OLMITEL CL TABLET if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby. If you become pregnant while undergoing therapy with OLMITEL CL TABLET, stop taking it and consult your doctor immediately.
Is OLMITEL CL TABLET safe to use in kidney disease?
OLMITEL CL TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases (such as those having renal artery stenosis, kidney transplant or in those undergoing haemodialysis). Your doctor will access your health condition and suggest a suitable dose for you. Therefore, it is important to inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems before taking OLMITEL CL TABLET as a precaution.
Can the use of OLMITEL CL TABLET affect the liver?
Yes. OLMITEL CL TABLET may affect the way your liver work. It can elevate the levels of certain liver enzymes in your body. Therefore, it is strictly not recommended for use in patients with severe liver diseases. It should be used with caution in patients with other minor liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking it.
References
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