Olmax-3D 40 Tablet is a combination of medicines used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure thus reduces chances of future heart attack and stroke.
Olmax-3D 40 Tablet should be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. It contains a diuretic (water pill) and will make you urinate more so, it is best to avoid taking this medicine within four hours of going to bed. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms and if you stop taking it your risk of heart attack or stroke may increase.
The most common side effects of this medicine include ankle swelling, headache, dizziness, tiredness, and taste change. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or won't go away. Drink plenty of fluids while taking medicine to overcome muscle weakness, dry mouth, and extreme thirst.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. You should have your blood pressure, kidney function, level of electrolytes, and blood sugar level checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
Olmax-3D 40 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
Side effects of Olmax-3D Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Olmax-3D
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Upper respiratory tract infection
Fatigue
Urinary tract infection
Diarrhea
Joint swelling
Peripheral edema
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Muscle spasm
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Increased creatinine level in blood
Increased blood urea
Increased uric acid level in blood
How to use Olmax-3D Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olmax-3D 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Olmax-3D Tablet works
Olmax-3D 40 Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Olmesartan Medoxomil, Amlodipine and Hydrochlorothiazide. Olmesartan Medoxomil is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB). They work by widening and relaxing the blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic which removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body through urine. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Olmax-3D 40 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Olmax-3D 40 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Olmax-3D 40 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Olmax-3D 40 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Olmax-3D 40 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Olmax-3D 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Olmax-3D 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Olmax-3D 40 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Olmax-3D 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Olmax-3D 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Olmax-3D Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Olmax-3D 40 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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You have been prescribed Olmax-3D 40 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Olmax-3D 40 Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
Use of Olmax-3D 40 Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.
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Patient concerns
For high bp i'm using olmax 3D 40mg n it's costing me more, can u suggest alternate drug with same components. Early I used metolor 50mg from2008to 2011, than cetanil t till 2015, my said bp is 150/90, when he checkd n he knows that i'll feel anxiety for small things also. So, he asked me to use olmax 3D. Can u suggest alternate medicine? Thnk u
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
you can check price of alternative medicines of olmax on 1mg app
Hypertension is clinically high blood pressure. Persistent high arterial blood pressure above 120/80 mm HG is termed as pre-hypertension or hypertension, but the point to be emphasized is that this rise in blood pressure is persistent. Transient increase in BP occurs in stress and anxiety and needs to be treated accordingly.
i have bp and i am taking olmax-am and natrilix sr tablet. i have undergoing some problems like sleeping.can you suggest any other medicine of low cost.
Yes, the use of Olmax-3D 40 Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly rise up from lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Can I use Olmax-3D 40 Tablet in pregnancy?
No, Olmax-3D 40 Tablet should be avoided in pregnancy as it can cause injury and death to the baby. If you conceive while taking Olmax-3D 40 Tablet, stop using the medicine and contact your doctor immediately. The doctor may suggest other ways to lower blood pressure.
What are some lifestyle changes I need to make while using Olmax-3D 40 Tablet?
Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Olmax-3D 40 Tablet. Stop smoking, as smoking increases your risk of having heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and reduce your risk of heart attack.
How would I know if I have high potassium level?
Your doctor will check your blood potassium levels periodically for high potassium levels. Make sure not to miss any future appointments with the doctor.
Can I stop taking Olmax-3D 40 Tablet if I feel well?
No, keep using Olmax-3D 40 Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Olmax-3D 40 Tablet suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Olmax-3D 40 Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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References
Olmesartan medoxomil, amlodipine, hydrochlorothiazide. Parsippany, New Jersey: Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.; 2010. [Accessed 11 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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