What is Olmetec Plus tablet used for?
Olmetec plus is a prescription medication used for the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults and children and adolescents aged 6 to less than 18 years. High blood pressure damages blood vessels in organs such as the heart, kidneys, brain and eyes. Olmetec Plus can be purchased at Drugstore Nigeria, an online pharmacy store in Lagos.
What Is Olmetec Plus Tablet Composition?
Olmetec plus contains Olmesartan medoxomil and Hydrochlorothiazide as the active ingredients.
How Does Olmetec Plus Tablet Work?
Olmesartan belongs to a class of drugs known as angiotensin-II receptor antagonists. Angiotensin-II is a substance produced by the body that causes blood vessels to constrict. Olmetec plus tablet blocks the action of angiotensin-II and therefore relaxes your blood vessels which helps lower your blood pressure.
Hydrochlorothiazide is a “water pill” (diuretic) that increases urine production, allowing your body to rid itself of excess salt and water.
What is Olmetec Plus Tablet Dosage?
The recommended dose is one tablet daily. Olmetec plus tablet can be taken before or after a meal.
What Are The Common Side Effects Of Olmetec Plus Tablets?
Side effects include;
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Chest pain
- Swelling of ankles
- Swelling of the Feet, legs, hands or arms.
How Long Does it Take for Olmetec Plus Tablets to Lower Blood Pressure?
It usually takes about a week for Olmetec Plus Tablets to start reducing high blood pressure. However, it may take 2 to 8 weeks to see the full effect.
Where Can I Buy Olmetec Plus Tablets?
Buy Olmetec Plus tablet at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.