Olmat 20 Tablet 15

Olmat-20 Tablet is used for the following:

• Management of high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, in adults.

• Lowering blood pressure in children aged six years and above who have hypertension.

• Controlling high blood pressure decreases the chances of strokes and heart attacks.

• Use alongside other antihypertensive agents when a single medicine is not sufficient to control blood pressure.

Here's how you should take the Olmat-20 Tablet:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Avoid breaking or chewing the tablet.

• Take the medicine at the same time each day for consistent effects.

• Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly. Always consult your doctor first before making any changes to your medication regime.

Olmat-20 Tablet is taken orally.

Olmat-20 Tablet contains olmesartan medoxomil (20 mg), which works on your body in the following ways:

• Blocking Angiotensin II: Olmesartan selectively blocks the binding of angiotensin II, which constricts blood vessels, to receptors in your blood vessel walls.

• Relaxing Blood Vessels: By blocking the impact of angiotensin II, olmesartan causes the blood vessels to relax and widen, reducing blood pressure.

• Independent Action: The action of olmesartan does not depend on how angiotensin II is formed in your body. This means it works effectively irrespective of the pathways for angiotensin II synthesis.

• Store the Olmat-20 Tablet at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.

• Keep it away from light and moisture.

• Ensure the medicine is stored in a tight, light-resistant container.

• Always keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

• Don't forget to use it before its expiry date.

• Decrease your salt intake, as high salt consumption can increase blood pressure, which Olmat-20 Tablet is used to manage.

• Regularly engage in moderate physical activities like walking or cycling, which are known to help manage hypertension effectively. Always consult your doctor before starting any new exercise regime.