Description:
Hydrochlorothiazide (Olkem H) is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.
Olmesartan (Olkem H) is in a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Olmesartan (Olkem H) keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.
Olkem H is a combination medicine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Olkem H may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Uses / Indications:
Olkem 20 H Tablet is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
High blood pressure
Hypertension
Edema
Interactions / Warnings:
Olkem-20 H Tablet 15's should not be given to the people allergic to Olkem-20 H Tablet 15's, have low blood pressure (less than 90 mm of Hg), have had a heart attack, kidney disease, liver disease, pregnant women, or planning to get pregnant and breastfeeding women. Besides this, it is contraindicated in low blood pressure (hypotension), cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping of blood flow to the heart), and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). Olkem-20 H Tablet 15's can pass into breast milk, but its effect on the baby is not known. So, it is better to tell your doctor if you are taking Olkem-20 H Tablet 15's and breastfeeding.
Side Effects:
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Bladder pain
bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
bloody or cloudy urine
blurred vision
chest pain
difficult, burning, or painful urination
flushed, dry skin
frequent urge to urinate
fruit-like breath odor
increased hunger
increased urination
joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
lower back, side, or stomach pain
rapid weight gain
sweating
swelling of the feet or lower legs
tingling of the hands or feet
troubled breathing
unexplained weight loss
unusual weight gain or loss
Rare
Swelling or puffiness of the face
Incidence not known
Convulsions
decrease in the amount of urine
diarrhea (severe) with weight loss
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position
rash
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
Back pain
body aches or pain
chills
cough
difficulty with breathing
ear congestion or pain
fever
headache
head congestion
hoarseness or other voice changes
loss of voice
runny or stuffy nose
sneezing
sore throat
Less common
Acid or sour stomach
belching
difficulty with moving
dizziness or lightheadedness
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
heartburn
indigestion
joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
loss of appetite
muscle pain or stiffness
pain, swelling, or redness in the joints
sensation of spinning
stomach discomfort or upset
weakness
Incidence not known
Diarrhea
muscle pain or stiffness
nervousness
weakness or heaviness of the legs
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Medicine interaction:
Olkem-20 H Tablet 15's may interact with other high blood pressure-lowering pills (benazepril, metoprolol, ramipril, hydrochlorothiazide, simvastatin, diltiazem, verapamil, azilsartan, benazepril, lisinopril, amiloride), and can lower your blood pressure leading to severe condition. Besides this, medicine to treat erectile dysfunction (sildenafil), antibiotics (Clarinathromycin, erythromycin, rifampicin), antifungal (itraconazole, ketoconazole), anti-HIV drugs (ritonavir), anti-epilepsy medicines (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone), immune-suppressing drugs (cyclosporine, tacrolimus), and pain killers (ibuprofen, aspirin) should not be taken with Olkem-20 H Tablet 15's.
