Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER is a medicine used for treating high blood pressure. By lowering the blood pressure, it helps in preventing future heart attack and stroke. Early treatment with this medicine also improves chances of survival in patients of heart attack.

It is advised to take Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER with food at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent levels of medicine in the blood. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, headache, decreased blood pressure, weakness, and increased potassium level in blood. It is advised to avoid potassium rich food and supplements while taking this medicine. It may cause dizziness, avoid driving or rise slowly from the sitting position. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, blood sugar level, kidney functioning, urea, or electrolytes level during the treatment.

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.

Uses of Olmetrol M Tablet ER

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Olmetrol M Tablet ER

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER is a combination medicine that contains two active ingredients, Amlodipine and Metoprolol Succinate. Both of the medicines in this combination work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Together they help to relax blood vessels, reduce heart rate and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure.
If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. 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 also make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.

Side effects of Olmetrol M Tablet ER

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 Olmetrol M

Nausea
Diarrhea
Constipation
Upset stomach
Taste change
Weakness
Dizziness
Headache
Cold extremities
Increased potassium level in blood
Numbness of extremity
Slow heart rate
Decreased blood pressure
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Breathlessness
Abdominal pain
Increased triglyceride level in blood
Increased uric acid level in blood

How to use Olmetrol M Tablet ER

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. Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER is to be taken with food.

How Olmetrol M Tablet ER works

Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER is a combination of two blood-pressure lowering medicines: Olmesartan Medoxomil and Metoprolol Succinate.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Olmetrol M Tablet ER?

If you miss a dose of Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER, 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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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER for the treatment of high blood pressure.
Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.
It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause sudden increase in your blood pressure.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Patient concerns

I am a patient of hypertension

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Hypertension is clinal condition of high blood pressure. Please see a physician.

Some times I had lot of hypertension

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

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'm type 2 diabetic patient with hypertension, l am taking following medicines Tezloc 40 - OD Glimisave Max-1 forte. BBF Glimisave Max-2 forte Cd Rozavel -5. Hs My usual blood pressure -80/145 Usual Blood glucose levels :fasting -120 PP-180 Hba1c - 7.6 Pl suggest me whether I need any change in medicines etc. I'm taking Januvia-100 also

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Cardiology

seems ok basically need control of blood pressure and hypertension get an ecg n echo done

High blood sugar lavel. Gallstone. High blood pressure

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Need to proper investigate and examine. So plz consult doctor nearby.or you can consult me at snergy multiple speciality clinic RD CITY ,BALJEET COMPLEX NEAR SRS MARKET SECTOR 52 gurgaon 9XXXXXX .Advice to maintain calories intake as per weight ,regular walk or aerobic exercises ,on time take your medicines and once a month visit your diabetologist for routine examination and investigations. Will definitely controlled your sugar and u can live healthy life.

High Sugar, high blood pressure

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

FAQs

Does taking Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER increase the risk of falls?

Though it is rare, falls may occur with the use of Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER. This may be due to instability while walking or a fall in blood pressure while standing up. The risk may be higher in elderly patients. Therefore, they need to be more careful and should be monitored.

Does Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER increase potassium levels in the body?

Yes, Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER may result in hyperkalemia (increased potassium level), especially in patients with reduced kidney function and with already high potassium levels. Your doctor may monitor your potassium level before and during the treatment with Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER and may adjust its dose accordingly.

Can I take alcohol after taking Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER?

No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER. Alcohol may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effects of this medicine and lead to low blood pressure.

I am experiencing a headache, is it due to Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER?

Yes, headache is one of the side effects of Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER. Take rest and drink plenty of water and ask a pharmacist to recommend a suitable painkiller. If the headache continues, speak with your doctor.

Does Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER cause constipation?

Yes, Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER may cause constipation. Try to eat a well-balanced diet with lots of fibre and drink plenty of water. Do not take any laxatives without consulting your doctor.

How to reduce the feeling of nausea and vomiting after taking Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER?

Nausea and vomiting are some of the common side effects of this medicine. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.

What are some lifestyle changes to make while using Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER?

Making lifestyle changes while taking Olmetrol M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER can help the medicine work better. Avoid smoking, as smoking increases your risk of having a 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 the risk of a heart attack.

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