Olmesartan 20mg

Olmesartan Uses

The brand name for the drug Olmesartan is Olmecip. Olmesartan belongs to the family of drugs known as angiotensin II receptor antagonists. By using Olmesartan a patient can widen the blood vessels and lower blood pressure. Olmesartan is designed to address high blood pressure (hypertension). It is commonly used for adults. In addition, it is used for children 6 years of age or older. Although this is the main purpose of this drug; there may be other uses as well.

Olmesartan Precautions

If you become pregnant while taking Olmesartan inform your doctor immediately. Olmesartan can be very dangerous for the unborn baby. Do not take this drug if there is even a possibility that you could be allergic to it. Alcohol can intensify the effect of Olmesartan and present serious side effects. Unless you have approval of your medical provider you should avoid potassium supplements. Checking your blood pressure on a regular basis is essential to success.

If you have a history of liver disease, kidney disease, dehydration, or congestive heart failure then it is not recommended for you to use Olmesartan. Olmesartan falls under a FDA pregnancy category D, which simply means it should not be taken when you are pregnant for risk of death or injury to your unborn child.

Olmesartan Usage and Dosage

Always use any medication as directed by your medical provider. You can consume food or not when taking this drug. Olmesartan should be taken until it is gone; regardless if you feel well or not. For children that weight in between 44 and 77 pounds you then10mg orally one time per day. If the child weighs over 77 pounds then they can take 20mg one time per day. The medical provider can up the dose to 20mg for children and 40gm for adults depending on the conditions.

Olmesartan Side Effects

It should be known that most all medications have some type of side effects and Olmesartan is not any different. The side effects vary because every patient is different and reacts to medication accordingly. One of the most common side effects is dizziness. If this continues for long periods of time and begins to aggravate you then you should check with your medical provider.

Severe side effects to look for are allergic reactions like difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest or swelling of facial features. Chest pain, swallowing difficulty, and muscle pain and cramps are also possible. All of these side effects are rare but have been reported. If you are interested in knowing if Olmesartan is for you please consult your medical provider.