OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL AMLOPIDINE BESYLATE

Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker. It works by bringing relaxation to the muscles of the heart and the blood vessels.

Olmesartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Olmesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which brings down blood pressure and enhances blood flow.

Uses

Olmesartan Medoxomil Amlopidine Besylate is used in the following:

High blood pressure (hypertension)

Warnings

Do not give Olmesartan Medoxomil Amlopidine Besylate to people with the following conditions:

Pregnancy
Kidney disease
Liver disease
Coronary artery disease
Angina (chest pain)
Congestive heart failure
High levels of potassium in theblood
Low-salt diet
75 years or older

Side Effects

Olmesartan Medoxomil Amlopidine Besylate may have the following side effects:

Dizziness
Drowsiness
Swelling
Skin rash or itching
Flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling)
Increased urination (especially at night)

Precautions

Precautions

Take extra caution in patients with the following medical conditions:

Severe aortic stenosis and obstructive heart disease
Congestive heart failure
Impaired renal andhepatic function
Pregnancy andlactation
Elderly

Interactions

Olmesartan Medoxomil Amlopidine Besylate may interact with the following medicines:

Cyclosporine
Lithium
Simvastatin
Tacrolimus
NSAIDS(nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
Aspirin
Ibuprofen
Meloxicam

Overdose & Brands

If you think you may have used Olmesartan Medoxomil Amlopidine Besylate more than the usual dose, seek medical help immediately.

Available Brands:

Alzor CCB
Normetec
Olmezar-A
Tri-Alzor