Amlodipine And Olmesartan Medoxomil

What it’s used for

Amlodipine and olmesartan medoxomil tablets are indicated for the treatment of hypertension, alone or with other antihypertensive agents, to lower blood pressure. Lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular (CV) events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions.

How to take it

The usual starting dose of amlodipine and olmesartan medoxomil tablets is 5/20 mg once daily. The dosage can be increased after 1 to 2 weeks of therapy to a maximum dose of one 10/40 mg tablet once daily as needed to control blood pressure [ see Clinical Studies (14.

Important warnings

Anticipate hypotension in volume-or salt-depleted patients with treatment initiation. Start treatment under close supervision ( 5.

Common side effects

Most common adverse reaction (incidence ≥ 3%) is edema (6. 1) .

Interactions

Amlodipine ( 7.

If pregnant or breastfeeding

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Forms & strengths

5 MG / 80 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 80 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 20 MG Oral Tablet · 2.5 MG / 10 MG Oral Tablet · 2.5 MG / 20 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 10 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 20 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 40 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 10 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 40 MG Oral Tablet · 2.5 MG / 40 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 25 MG / 40 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 14 MG Oral Tablet · 2.5 MG / 3.5 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 7 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG Oral Tablet · 2.5 MG / 200 MG Oral Tablet · 5 MG / 200 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 200 MG Oral Tablet · 1 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 1 MG/ML Oral Solution · 2.5 MG Oral Solution · 5 MG Oral Solution · 10 MG Oral Solution

Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist

• Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
• What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
• Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
• What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?