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Carolme 20mg Tablet

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Carolme 20mg Tablet

by Solace Biotech Ltd
Olmesartan Medoxomil (20mg)

₹84

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Introduction to Carolme 20mg Tablet

This medicine helps treat high blood pressure. This medicine eases blood flow by relaxing constricted blood vessels and prevents medical problems like heart attack, kidney problems, and stroke.

How Carolme 20mg Tablet works

Olmesartan medoxomil is a prodrug that is actively absorbed into the form of Olmesartan upon entering the body. It prevents angiotensin II from binding to receptors, it prevents vasoconstriction, reduces aldosterone secretion, and lowers blood pressure.

How To Use Carolme 20mg Tablet

  • To prevent stomach upset take the medicine after food.
  • Take the medicine in dose and duration as recommended by health professional.

Special Precautions About Carolme 20mg Tablet

  • Regular monitoring of blood pressure is necessary.
  • Use cautiosly in patients suffering from liver or kidney disease.
  • Avoid using it during pregnancy and breastfeeding an infant without a doctor's consultation.

Benefits Of Carolme 20mg Tablet

  • Helps to lowers high blood pressure

Side Effects Of Carolme 20mg Tablet

  • hypotension
  • high potassium levels
  • kidney impairment
  • dizziness
  • fatigue
  • headache
  • diarrhea
  • nausea

What If I Missed A Dose Of Carolme 20mg Tablet

  • The missing dosage should be taken immediately as you recall. 
  • Don't take the missing dosage if your next dose is soon due. 
  • Never take two doses in order to make up for something you forgot to take. 
  • See your doctor for help if you regularly forget to take your dosage.

Health And Lifestyle

Follow a healthy diet low in fat and salt. Avoid intake of alcohol and smoking. Exercise regularly and maintain healthy weight.

Drug Interaction

  • NSAIDs
  • Potassium-Sparing Diuretics

Drug Food Interaction

  • High-Potassium Foods
  • Grapefruit Juice

Disease Explanation

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High Blood Pressure- also known as hypertension in which blood pressure becomes high when the force of blood pushing against your artery walls is consistently too high. Over time this can damage your arteries and can lead to serious complications like heart attack and stroke.

Safety Advice for Carolme 20mg Tablet

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It should be used cautiously in liver patients; dose adjustment may required.

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Regular monitoring of kidney function is required; dose adjustment may required.

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Avoid or limit alcohol consumption as it may increase dizziness and may enhance blood-pressure lowering effect.

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It may induce side effects like dizziness; so one should avoid driving.

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Not recommended; the drug can cause fetal harm.

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Not recommended; the drug can pass into breast milk and affect the nursing infant.

FAQ's on Carolme 20mg Tablet

For how long do I need to take Carolme? Is it safe to take long term?

You may have to take Carolme life long. Carolme controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Do not stop taking it even if your blood pressure is well controlled. Carolme is generally considered safe to be taken for long term. In some cases, long-term use may adversely affect the kidneys and the kidneys may not function as they should. Therefore, to keep a track of how well your kidneys are working, your doctor may prescribe regular blood tests to check urea, creatinine and potassium levels.

What are some lifestyle changes to make while using Carolme?

Making lifestyle changes while taking Carolme can boost your health. 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.

Can Carolme cause weight gain?

No, Carolme does not cause weight gain. However, in very rare cases, chronic diarrhea with substantial weight loss may occur. If a patient develops diarrhea while taking Carolme and no other cause of diarrhea can be deduced, then the doctor may advise the patient to discontinue it immediately and recommend another medicine.

Can I feel dizzy after taking Carolme?

Yes, the use of Carolme can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly get up from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

How long does it take for Carolme to work?

You may notice a decrease in your blood pressure effectively within 2 weeks of starting Carolme. However, it may take about 8 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.

At what time of the day should you take Carolme?

Your doctor may suggest to take your first dose before bedtime, considering that this medicine can make you feel dizzy. After the very first dose you can take Carolme at any time of the day. It is important to take this medicine at the same time every day.

Can I take Carolme before surgery?

Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Carolme 24 hours before surgery. This is because Carolme can further reduce your blood pressure when used with anesthetics. So, tell your doctor that you are taking Carolme if you will be given general anesthetics (medicines that put you to sleep) or are scheduled to have any surgery.

Does Carolme have a diuretic?

Carolme does not have a diuretic. Carolme is a medicine used to lower high blood pressure. It belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). These medicines lower blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. When prescribed by a doctor, Carolme can also be combined with a diuretic for providing additional benefit in the reduction of blood pressure.

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Rakshita Garg

M.Pharma

Content Updated on

Wednesday, 24 July, 2024
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