Olmax-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.

Olmax-M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER is a combination of two antihypertensive medicines.

Uses of Olmax-M Tablet ER

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Olmax-M Tablet ER

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Olmax-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 Olmax-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 Olmax-M

Nausea
Diarrhea
Constipation
Upset stomach
Taste change
Weakness
Dizziness
Headache
Cold extremities
Numbness of extremity
Increased potassium level in blood
Slow heart rate
Decreased blood pressure

How to use Olmax-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. Olmax-M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

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

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Olmax-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

Olmax-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

Olmax-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

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

Liver

CAUTION

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

What if you forget to take Olmax-M Tablet ER?

If you miss a dose of Olmax-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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Olmax-M Tablet ER

You have been prescribed Olmax-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

Suffering from high blood pressure. Current blood pressure is 180/100

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Take tab amlodipine 10mg dailyMonitor BP get KFT LFT ECG echo FBS PPBS lipid profile urine r/m & eye test for hypertensive retinopathy

For high bp i'm using olmax 3D 40mg n it's costing me more, can u suggest alternate drug with same components. Early I used metolor 50mg from2008to 2011, than cetanil t till 2015, my said bp is 150/90, when he checkd n he knows that i'll feel anxiety for small things also. So, he asked me to use olmax 3D. Can u suggest alternate medicine? Thnk u

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

you can check price of alternative medicines of olmax on 1mg app

User feedback

Patients taking Olmax-M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER

Once A Day

91%

Twice A Day

Twice A Week

What are you using Olmax-M Tablet ER for?

High blood pr*

100%

*High blood pressure

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

67%

Average

33%

What were the side-effects while using Olmax-M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER?

Fatigue

33%

Nausea

33%

Constipation

33%

How do you take Olmax-M Tablet ER?

With food

100%

FAQs

Olmax-M Tablet ER

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

Though it is rare, falls may occur with the use of Olmax-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 Olmax-M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER increase potassium levels in the body?

Yes, Olmax-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 Olmax-M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER and may adjust its dose accordingly.

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

No, you should not consume alcohol after taking Olmax-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 Olmax-M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER?

Yes, headache is one of the side effects of Olmax-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 Olmax-M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER cause constipation?

Yes, Olmax-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 Olmax-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 Olmax-M 20mg/50mg Tablet ER?

Making lifestyle changes while taking Olmax-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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